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No guns but plenty of protesters expected when Trump addresses NRA convention

HOUSTON - President Donald Trump will address gun rights supporters on the first day of the National Rifle Association convention in Dallas on Friday, a White House official confirmed - a move likely to increase tension and protests at the annual gathering.

The convention, which rotates cities, drew more than 80,000 NRA members and other supporters last year in Atlanta. Attendees are permitted to carry firearms, except during the forum where Trump and Vice President Mike Pence are expected to speak.

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