How to watch the 2020 Republican National Convention on CBC

CBC News | Posted: August 24, 2020 8:00 AM | Last Updated: August 25, 2020

Modified in-person gathering with fewer delegates to take place over 4 days in Charlotte, North Carolina

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Caption: U.S. President Donald Trump, left, and Vice-President Mike Pence were formally nominated Monday, the first day of the Republican National Convention, to run in the presidential election in November. (Kevin Lamarque/Reuters, Matt York/The Associated Press)

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The 2020 Republican National Convention continues through Thursday in Charlotte, N.C.

Unlike the Democratic National Convention, which was entirely virtual, a modified in-person gathering will happen over four days in Charlotte, with fewer delegates and staff than the Republican National Committee normally requires.

According to a statement on the convention website, all participants will go through COVID-19 screening prior to arriving in Charlotte, wear masks and undergo daily temperature and symptoms checks. Social distancing will be required in all venues.

On Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice-President Mike Pence were formally nominated to run again as Republican candidates in the November presidential election.

Here's how to follow along on CBC News Network and online at CBCNews.ca:

Monday to Thursday (Aug. 24-27)

Vassy Kapelos hosts an extended edition of Power and Politics previewing the Republican National Convention starting at 7 p.m. ET.

At 8 p.m. ET, America Votes: The Republican National Convention, gets underway, hosted by Carole MacNeil and Lyndsay Duncombe with Katie Simpson.

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The National airs at 9 p.m. ET with extensive coverage of the convention.

WATCH | Trump speaks on the first day of the RNC from Charlotte, N.C.:

Media Video | (not specified) : Trump says only way Democrats can win election is by rigging it

Caption: In an impromptu appearance at the Republican National Convention, U.S. President Donald Trump again railed against mail-in voting, calling it a 'scam' and a way for Democrats to steal the election.

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At 10 p.m., CBC News Network returns to America Votes: The Republican National Convention, hosted by Carole MacNeil and Lyndsay Duncombe with Katie Simpson.

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Meanwhile, CBCNews.ca will stream prime-time events live between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. ET.

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Caption: Workers construct a stage on the South Lawn of the White House, Tuesday. Trump is expected to speak to the convention from this location. (Patrick Semansky/The Associated Press)

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Trump is reportedly planning to speak on all four nights, though he's officially scheduled on Thursday.

Key speakers Monday

Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina
Nikki Haley, former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations
Kimberly Guilfoyle, senior advisor to the Trump Campaign and former
Ronna McDaniel, Republican National Committee chair
Rep. Vernon Jones of Georgia
Donald Trump, Jr.

WATCH | Former UN ambassador Nikki Haley defends Trump's record on world stage:

Media Video | CBC News : 'He tells the world what it needs to hear'

Caption: Former UN ambassador Nikki Haley, a sometime critic of Trump, says he is the leader the U.S. needs.

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WATCH | Georgia congressman Vernon Jones highlights minorities' economic success under Trump:

Media Video | CBC News : Democratic State Representative of colour explains why he is voting for Trump

Caption: Vernon Jones says the Democratic Party doesn't want Black people to leave their 'mental plantation.'

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WATCH | Trump's oldest son, Don Jr., defends Trump's record on fighting the coronavirus:

Media Video | CBC News : Donald Trump Jr. defends his father

Caption: Donald Trump Jr. says Donald Trump is the one to create a 'bright and beautiful future' for the U.S.

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Key speakers Tuesday

Melania Trump
Mike Pompeo, Secretary of State
Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky
Pam Bondi, Former Florida Attorney General
Eric Trump, Donald Trump's son
Tiffany Trump, Donald Trump's daughter

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Caption: Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is slated to speak on Tuesday. (Ashley Landis/The Associated Press)

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Key speakers Wednesday

Mike Pence
Karen Pence, wife of vice-president
Kellyanne Conway, White House counsellor
Sen. Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee
Lara Trump, wife of Eric Trump

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Caption: Karen Pence, wife of the vice-president, is among the prominent Republicans addressing the conference on Wednesday. (Jacquelyn Martin/The Associated Press)

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Key speakers Thursday

Donald Trump
Mitch McConnell, Senate majority leader
Ivanka Trump, White House senior adviser and daughter of Donald Trump
Rudy Giuliani, personal attorney for Trump and former New York mayor
Sen. Tom Cotton of Arkansas

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Caption: Ivanka Trump, White House senior adviser and daughter of the president, will speak on the final night of the conference on Thursday. (Oliver Contreras/Getty Images)

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You can find more details about the convention here.