Vance and Trump Speak, Congress Probes Secret Service, Biden COVID
Thursday, 18 July 2024 () Republican vice presidential pick J.D. Vance welcomed by party faithful. Lawmakers plan a series of hearings next week over Trump's assassination attempt. And President Joe Biden has COVID, amid mounting questions over his reelection bid.
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