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Ep. 12: Echoes of Michelle Obama in Melania Trump’s RNC Speech

The Week Ahead: Convention Special

 

Controversy hung over the opening night of the Republican National Convention as parts of Melania Trump’s speech were nearly identical to one Michelle Obama delivered in 2008. Anti-Trump delegates also unsuccessfully challenged convention rules. CQ News Director, Steve Komarow, gives us a preview of what’s ahead on Day Two of the RNC with House Speaker Paul Ryan due up. “There is no place for him to hide,” Komarow says.

 

RJ Matson / CQ Roll Call
RJ Matson / CQ Roll Call

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