 to withdraw from the presidential race and allow new energetic leadership to take the reins through a robust convention process with no shortcuts, end quote. Questions about Biden's age have persisted throughout his presidency and came to a head after his debate performance last month. Former President Donald Trump has officially accepted the GOP nomination for president and gave his first public remark since last Saturday's assassination attempt. State Treasurer Riley Moore was there to watch Trump's speech Thursday night at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee.