RNC Live Coverage: Tuesday, Aug. 25

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RNC Live Coverage: Tuesday, Aug. 25

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Published August 25, 2020 at 4:59 PM EDT

Follow live updates and analysis of Day 2 of the Republican National Convention. First lady Melania Trump headlines the night.

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