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Vance Takes RNC Stage, Charlie Kirk Honored, 25 Years Since 9/11 Terror Attack: AM Update 9/11

September 11, 2026

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AM Update: Vance on the RNC Stage, Charlie Kirk Honored, and America Marks 25 Years Since 9/11

The September 11, 2026 AM update from Emily Jashinsky covers three major developments: Vice President JD Vance's closing argument at the Republican midterm convention, the party's tribute to Charlie Kirk one year after his assassination, and the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks — including a new bell at ground zero acknowledging deaths from toxic exposure.

Vance Makes the Republican Case in Dallas

Vice President JD Vance took center stage on the final night of the Republican Party's first-ever midterm convention, using the nationally televised address to make the case for retaining control of Congress. President Trump delivered the closing remarks after Vance, having spoken for nearly two hours the night before with warnings that Democrats would dismantle his agenda if they regained either chamber.

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  • 1 (00:32) **AM Update Opens** - Host Emily Jashinsky introduces the show on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, previewing JD Vance's convention speech, a tribute to Charlie Kirk, the Tate brothers' denied bail, and the 9/11 remembrance.
  • 2 (02:33) **VP Vance Takes Center Stage at RNC Convention** - JD Vance delivers the keynote address on the final night of the Republican midterm convention, making the party's closing argument for retaining control of Congress.
  • 3 (04:12) **Vance Highlights Trump Administration's Record** - The Vice President ticks through a list of accomplishments, including border security, job creation, crime reduction, and lower drug costs.
  • 4 (05:10) **Vance Targets Texas Senate Race** - The Vice President takes aim at Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico, framing him as obsessed with transgender issues.
  • 5 (06:10) **President Trump Delivers Closing Address** - Trump takes the stage to warn about the consequences of a Democratic victory, claiming they would undo his administration's achievements.
  • 6 (08:30) **Party Honors Charlie Kirk One Year After Assassination** - The convention pays tribute to Charlie Kirk, the Turning Point USA founder assassinated a year ago, with a speech from TPUSA Faith VP Lucas Miles.
  • 7 (10:02) **Lucas Miles Calls to Carry Forward Kirk's Work** - Miles pivots from remembrance to a call to action, urging the audience to continue Kirk's mission of reaching young people.

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Vice President JD Vance and President Trump make the closing argument for Republicans at the party’s first-ever midterm convention. The Republican Party honors Charlie Kirk one year after his assassination and reflects on his lasting influence on young conservatives. A federal judge denies bail to Andrew and Tristan Tate as they fight extradition to the UK on rape and sex-trafficking charges. America marks 25 years since the September 11th attacks and honors the victims, heroes, and survivors.

 

 

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