JD Vance takes the RNC stage tonight

Good morning, Cincinnati.

Tonight, Greater Cincinnati's own J.D. Vance takes the stage for his nationally televised speech at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Named President Trump's running mate Monday afternoon, Vance would be the first Ohioan on a ticket in 80 years.

The Enquirer and the USA TODAY network have dozens of reporters covering Vance from Milwaukee to Middletown. Stay with Cincinnati.com for live coverage. And read up on Vance before his big moment here:

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