RNC Day 1 Analysis
Day one of the Republican National Convention is in the books after several big moments. Steve Chaggaris and Leslie Sanchez join CBSN to provide some insight into the day's events.
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Melania Trump analysis
Melania Trump delivered remarks at the RNC after a show stopping entrance and short introduction from her husband Monday night. Hogan Gidley and Frank Luntz joined CBSN to talk about her remarks as well as the rest of day one of the convention.
Trump's RNC entrance
Donald Trump stopped the show with his entrance at day one of the Republican National Convention. See the full video.
Schieffer on RNC day one
"The Republican Party is betting its future on a candidate who has never held public office, never served in the military, is anti-trade, anti-entitlement reform, and has proposed a budget critics say would add trillions of dollars to the national debt," says CBS News' Bob Schieffer.
Melania Trump at RNC
Following an uncharacteristically short introduction from her husband, Melania Trump addressed the Republican National Convention. See her full remarks.
Rose interviews Clinton
On day one of the Republican National Convention, Hillary Clinton told "CBS This Morning" co-host Charlie Rose she believes Donald Trump could be the most dangerous man to ever run for president.
Giuliani at RNC
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani touched on Black Lives Matter and national security while addressing the RNC. See Giuliani's full remarks.
Senator Sessions speech
Senator Jeff Sessions was the first U.S. Senator to endorse Donald Trump. Sessions addressed the Republican National Convention Monday night, slamming Clinton's policies. Watch his full remarks.
Trump talks BLM
In an interview with Fox News, Donald Trump shared his thoughts on Black Lives Matter and the recent tragedies involving police officers. Peggy Noonan and Jamelle Bouie joined CBSN to discuss his remarks as well as the state of the GOP at the Republican National Convention.
Sheriff David Clarke speaks
David Clarke the sheriff of Milwaukee County in Wisconsin addressed the RNC Monday night. Clarke addressed the importance of making the streets safe again after numerous troubling incidents, including the tragedy in Baton Rouge. Watch his remarks.
U.S. Rep. Michael McCaul speaks
Representative Michael McCaul addressed the RNC on Monday night. Michael McCaul slammed the Obama administration and Hillary Clinton, saying they, "turned a blind eye to the danger." See his full remarks.
Antonio Sabato Jr. speaks
Actor Antonio Sabato Jr. addressed the crowd at the Republican National Convention Monday night. He spoke about protecting citizens and the responsibility of the government. Watch his full remarks.
Trump undercuts RNC?
During his own party's convention, Donald Trump appeared on Fox News, seemingly taking attention away from the events on the floor. Leslie Sanchez and Bob Schieffer joined CBSN to discuss.
Comparing Trump and Hillary
The first day of the Republican National Convention featured plenty of Hillary Clinton bashing, mainly focused on her honesty. Rick Davis and Liz Plank join CBSN to compare Clinton and Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump when it comes to telling the truth.
Benghazi mom speaks
In an emotional speech, Pat Smith, mother of a Benghazi victim Sean Smith, told the crowd at the Republican National Convention that she puts the blame for her son's death on Hillary Clinton. See her full remarks.
Bob Schieffer RNC analysis
Anti-Trump delegates caused chaos on the floor of the Republican National Convention Monday. CBS News contributor Bob Schieffer and CBSN political contributor Leslie Sanchez discuss how the billionaire businessman could win voters over.
Scott Baio at RNC
"Happy Days" actor Scott Baio said "We need Donald Trump to fix this" while speaking about the U.S. at the RNC Monday. See his full remarks.
Rick Perry at RNC
Former Texas Governor Rick Perry described a chance meeting with Donald Trump while speaking at the Republican National Convention Monday. See his full remarks.
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Willie Robertson at RNC
Willie Robertson said America was in a bad spot and that Donald Trump would have its back while speaking at the Republican National Convention. See his full remarks.
Clinton at NAACP
Hillary Clinton called for criminal justice reform and said, "this madness has to stop," while addressing the NAACP Monday. See her full remarks.
Clinton in Cincinnati
Hillary Clinton said people need to get registered and vote while speaking at the University of Cincinnati Monday. See her full remarks.
Clinton in Ohio
Traditionally, during one party's convention, the other party's nominee, presumptive or otherwise, lies low. That's not the case this year, as Hillary Clinton stumped in the same state Monday as the RNC. Nancy Cordes has more.
Republican convention chaos
Anti-Trump supporters tried to force a roll call vote on the convention floor Monday, but that effort was quashed. Major Garrett joins CBSN with more on what exactly that means.
Disorder on RNC floor
On the first day of the Republican National Convention, anti-Trump forces made their last stand on the convention floor. They didn't go down quietly, reports Major Garrett.
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