CPAC 2022: Where to go, when it starts, and how to watch online
The nation's most conservative political candidates and activists are gathering in Orlando for a conference to energize their supporters and hone campaign strategies.
Here's what you need to know about CPAC 2022.
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Where is CPAC being held?
This year's CPAC location is Orlando, Florida, at The Rosen Shingle Creek hotel at 9939 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819.
When is CPAC this year?
CPAC 2022 runs from Thursday, Feb. 24, to Sunday, Feb. 27. Events run all day, every day, beginning with a 7:30 Catholic Mass by Father Frank Pavone.
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What are some of the topics at this year's CPAC?
Along with speeches from governors, senators, representatives, former President Trump and other GOP leaders, the conference is loaded up with special topics. Just some of the items are the agenda include: Domestic Terrorists Unite: Lessons from Virginia Parents; School Boards for Dummies; How to Talk to Your Neighbor Without Starting a Backyard Brawl; Obamacare Still Kills; The Truth about January 6th; Making Middle East Peace Great Again; Lock Downs and Mandates: Now Do You Understand Why We Have a Second Amendment; Put Him to Bed, Lock Her Up and Send Her to the Border; Why the Working Class Hates the Democrats; Fire Fauci; and The Moron in Chief
CPAC will finish off Sunday afternoon with a live performance by Lee Greenwood.
Where can I watch CPAC?
The easiest way is to go to the CPAC 22 Florida site, where a live stream is on the home page.
CPAC also will be livestreamed on Fox Nation throughout each day of the conference. Fox Nation is a paid site, but they're offering a 30-day free trial with the code CPAC.
Some conservative YouTube channels also are streaming it live.
Videos from select speeches will undoubtedly be made available on multiple sources such as news sites (like this one), YouTube, TikTok and other social media.
C-SPAN will be providing some roundup CPAC coverage for major speeches. CPAC Day 1 (starting at 1:20 p.m. Thursday) | CPAC Day 2 (starting at 11 a.m. Friday) | CPAC Day 3 (starting at 3:15 p.m. Saturday) | Former President Trump speaks at CPAC (starting at 7 p.m. Saturday)
Some events that are open to the public, such as the keynote address, may be broadcast on media outlets.
Will President Trump be at CPAC this year?
Former President Donald Trump is expected to deliver the keynote speech at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 26.
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Will Ron DeSantis be at CPAC this year?
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will be speaking at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 24.
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Who will be speaking at CPAC?
This year is a who's-who of conservative leaders and thinkers. Along with former President Trump and Gov. DeSantis, the speakers include Donald Trump Jr., Candace Owens, Tulsi Gabbard, Sen. Ted Cruz, Glenn Beck, Matt and Mercedes Schlapp, Mike Pompeo, Papa John, Sen. Rick Scott, Rep. Lauren Boebert, Sean Spicer, Kevin and Sam Sorbo, Dr. Ben Carson, Rep. Matt Gaetz and many more.
What does CPAC stand for?
Ever since 1974, the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) has brought together thousands of people to focus on their collective priorities and, in a way, define the ideals of the Republican Party.
C. A. Bridges is a Digital Producer for the USA TODAY Network, working with multiple newsrooms across Florida. Local journalists work hard to keep you informed about the things you care about, and you can support them by subscribing to your local news organization. Read more articles by Chris here and follow him on Twitter at @cabridges
This article originally appeared on Sarasota Herald-Tribune: CPAC 2022 Florida: Dates, times and how to watch and live stream
