Donald Trump, 78, expressed gratitude to the American folks for the outpouring of affection and assist they’ve proven him within the wake of the assassination try, saying his resolve is unwavering and he’s dedicated to delivering a authorities that serves the American folks. The previous US president stated this after formally accepting the Republican nomination for president for the third time on the Republican Nationwide Conference in Milwaukee on Thursday. “So tonight, with religion and devotion, I proudly settle for your nomination for the presidency of america,” Trump, 78, stated to applause. In his first speech after a failed assassination try on him on Saturday in Pennsylvania, Trump stated he’s standing earlier than Individuals with a message of confidence, energy and hope. “4 months from now, we can have an unimaginable victory and we are going to start the best 4 years within the historical past of our nation. “Collectively, we are going to usher in a brand new period of safety, prosperity and freedom for residents of each race, faith, coloration and creed,” he stated in his speech on the Republican Nationwide Conference.