Donald Trump wins Mock Convention’s GOP nomination
Trump’s win was no surprise, students said. But the speakers sparked disagreement and conversation
Critical comments removed from Mock Con Instagram
Young alumni slammed convention leaders for describing Trump as the “next president,” rather than the GOP nominee. Then their comments were hidden from public view
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo addresses U.S. adversaries in well-received speech
Pompeo touched on foreign policy and domestic issues in his speech headlining Session Two
Former GOP presidential candidate Asa Hutchinson holds out hope for 2024
The former Arkansas governor doesn’t think a Trump victory is guaranteed
Glenn Youngkin encourages Americans to vote to support ‘a nation with no rivals’
Virginia’s governor said he wants Republicans to lead America back to having a dominant economy and education system
Candace Owens slams progressive movements
The commentator covered many topics, from Marxism to feminism, in what students called a scattered speech
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp outlines a new vision for the Republican Party
The Georgia governor shared his goals for how the party can regain trust among voters ahead of the November election
Former defense secretary says military could operate with half its budget
Chris Miller praises and criticizes the military during his interview at W&L’s Mock Convention
Charlie Kirk bashes college, border policies via Skype
Turning Point USA’s Charlie Kirk surprised Mock Con attendees with a virtual speech after initial cancellation
Wesley Hunt calls for a restoration of the nation’s soul
The Army veteran turned Congressman said the left is trying to divide the U.S. based on racial lines
Pollster says Generation Z voters are up for grabs
Kristen Soltis Anderson says the GOP can win over Gen Z voters by presenting itself as a stabilizing force in politics
Students show off state pride at Mock Con parade
Virginia’s first lady, Suzanne Youngkin, presented Puerto Rico, California and Louisiana with awards for best floats