2020 Republican National Convention Kicks Off in Charlotte

Delegates to Select Presidential Nominee

The 2020 Republican National Convention, which will see delegates of the United States Republican Party select the party's nominees for president and vice president, is set to begin today in Charlotte, North Carolina. The convention will be held over the course of four days, from August 24-27, with limited in-person events taking place.

The first night of the convention will kick off tonight with primetime speakers that include President Trump's son, Donald Trump Jr., and former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley. The final day of the convention will kick off tonight with President Trump set to formally accept the party's nomination.

The convention will be closely watched as Republicans seek to unite behind their nominee and present a clear alternative to the Democratic Party. President Trump is expected to use his speech to tout his accomplishments in office and to attack his Democratic opponent, former Vice President Joe Biden.