2020 GOP convention host city accepts grant amid virus fears
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) ” The North Carolina city slated to host the Republican National Convention voted Monday to accept a federal grant for security-related costs, despite concerns the event may not proceed as planned amid the coronavirus pandemic.The Charlotte City Council voted 6-5 to accept $50 million from the Justice Department to cover emergency medical services and insurance costs for the convention, which is scheduled to take place from Aug. 24-27, news outlets reported. […]
