Ivanka Trump speaks as ‘proud daughter’ of the president during RNC

Ivanka Trump spoke at the White House as the ‘proud daughter’ of President Trump during the final night of the Republican National Convention.

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[MUSIC - ELTON JOHN, "I'M STILL STANDING"] You could never know what it's like. Your blood like winter freezes just like ice. And there's a cold and lonely light that shines from you. You'll wind up like the wreck you hide behind that mask you use.

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IVANKA TRUMP: Good evening. Before I begin, I want to send a special message to everyone who's been affected by Hurricane Laura. Our hearts are with you. The president will continue to support you every step of the way. And just like Americans always do, the nation will come together to help you rebuild your homes, businesses, and communities stronger and more resilient than ever before.

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Four years ago, I introduced to you a builder, an entrepreneur, an outsider, and the people's nominee for president of the United States. Tonight, I stand before you as the proud daughter of the people's president.

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He is our commander in chief, champion of the American worker, defender of common sense, and our voice for the forgotten men and women of this country. He is our president and my father, Donald J. Trump.

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