Two days after being shot, sporting a bandage on his ear, former President Donald Trump made a dramatic appearance at the first night of the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Donald Trump walks in, with a bandaged ear from a failed assassination attempt, to Lee Greenwood singing “God Bless the USA” in the most American moment possible. pic.twitter.com/EvAZz4yPeI

— Clay Travis (@ClayTravis) July 16, 2024

Entering the Fiserv Forum to the accompaniment of “God Bless The U.S.A.” performed live by Lee Greenwood, President Trump luxuriated in thunderous applause before taking a seat with family and in between his Vice President nominee JD Vance and Congressman Byron Donalds, who had pundit Tucker Carlson on his immediate right.

President Trump listened and applauded a series of speakers, known and unknown. The best was a smooth speech by media personality Amber Rose that detailed her transformation, encouraged by her military veteran father, from believing Trump was a racist to wholeheartedly supporting him.

International Brotherhood of Teamsters General President Sean O’Brien brought the house down when, referring to the assassination attempt on President Trump, “He has proven to be one tough SOB.” O’Brien brought the fire throughout his overly long message, both praising and criticizing the GOP as he outlined a growing willingness for Republicans and Teamsters to work together.

Rev. James Roemke from Messiah Lutheran Church in Kenosha, Wisconsin, brought the house down again, this time with laughter when, before offering a prayer, he kindly mimicked Trump’s “you’re going to get tired of winning” live by swapping out “being blessed” for “winning.”

The outpouring of love for President Trump clearly moved and invigorated him as he smiled throughout the speeches and the numerous rounds of thunderous applause and chants on his behalf. Although he did not speak, Trump’s presence filled the arena, leaving no doubt that he is in full command of the Republican Party.