![Donald Trump Jr. slams the Biden administration and calls for support for his father’s presidential campaign.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/S3_TrumpJr2_Fountain-1-e1710263042495-1200x613.jpg)
Mock Convention failed to uphold Honor System values
We must consider the impact of the 2024 Mock Convention speakers during a time when democracy is at risk
![Donald Trump addresses students and praises Washington and Lee in a pre-recorded video.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/IMG_9396.jpeg)
Donald Trump wins Mock Convention’s GOP nomination
Trump’s win was no surprise, students said. But the speakers sparked disagreement and conversation
![Mock Conventions Instagram story Saturday night called Trump our next president.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Controversy-proof_Muckle-e1707873728532-591x1200.jpeg)
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
![The student leaders of Mock Con bundled up to travel through Iowa in freezing temperatures.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IMG_9353-2-1200x900.jpg)
Trump sweeps Iowa Caucuses, but Mock Con leaders aren’t ready to call the race
Students leading Mock Con are sharpening their predictions after visiting Iowa
![Trump calls in to thank the convention for their nomination and to answer questions posed by the Steering Committee. Photo by Ellen Kanzinger, ‘18.](https://ringtumphi.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/mockcon33-900x600.jpg)
Students react to Trump nomination
Students and faculty share thoughts on Mock Con’s prediction of Trump as Republican nominee