WBEZ Reporter Highlights From The Republican National Convention

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump smiles as he addresses delegates during the final day session of the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, Thursday, July 21, 2016.
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump smiles as he addresses delegates during the final day session of the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, Thursday, July 21, 2016. Patrick Semansky/AP
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump smiles as he addresses delegates during the final day session of the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, Thursday, July 21, 2016.
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump smiles as he addresses delegates during the final day session of the Republican National Convention in Cleveland, Thursday, July 21, 2016. Patrick Semansky/AP

WBEZ Reporter Highlights From The Republican National Convention

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The week in Cleveland has definitely had its memorable moments. And perhaps no group will take these moments from the Republican National Convention with them more than the Illinois delegates.

Many of them were novices to the political process but came out because of their deep support of nominee Donald Trump. 

WBEZ’s Lauren Chooljian and Tony Arnold have been keeping up with them, as well as members of the Illinois Republican Party who actually made the trip. Tony and Lauren wrap the RNC for us with their highlights, and how this week could affect the future of the Illinois GOP.