LIVE UPDATES: Donald Trump speaking at Fox News Town Hall at Greenville Convention Center

The two front-runners for the Republican ticket in the presidential race will be in Greenville on Tuesday. Check back to this live blog throughout the day for photos and updates from our reporters on former president Donald Trump and former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley’s stops in the Upstate.

Haley’s event will be a noon bus stop at Clemson University at Greenville ONE, located at 1 N. Main St. Hours later, Trump will participate in a live recorded town hall at the Greenville Convention Center, located at 1 Exposition Drive, for an episode of The Ingraham Angle with Fox News’ Laura Ingraham. That episode will be broadcast at 7 p.m.

Trump’s visit to the Upstate begins with his landing at the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport one hour before the 2:45 p.m. town hall. Check back for live tweet updates on the former president’s arrival and his movements throughout the day. After the taping of the town hall with Ingraham, Trump will be attending a private fundraiser in Greenville that carries a $6,600 tag.

Haley will end her day in Clemson with a bus tour stop at the Madren Conference Center for a rally at 6 p.m.

Donald Trump speaks to Laura Ingraham at Fox News Town Hall

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Two dozen protestors outside Greenville Convention Center

In front of the Greenville Convention Center, a crowd of two dozen people protested former President Trump's arrival.

While holding a Biden-Harris poster, Lee Turner, 69, was one of multiple people who spoke of their displeasure with Trump.

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Outside the Town Hall at Greenville Convention Center

"Everybody's over Biden," said Brandon Edwards, 45, from Spartanburg as he waited for Trump to arrive at the Greenville Convention Center for his town hall with Fox News' Laura Ingraham.

"I don't care if you're a Democrat," he said. "At this point, it's like, Trump is the only option and he's gonna battle against Biden. I'm looking forward."

Edwards was one of hundreds in a line that started queuing as early as 4:30 a.m. "I don't know where the American people are politically as far as being excited anymore," he said. "In the Obama years, people were excited about politics a lot and what could happen. The Trump frenzy in 2016 was wild, especially the Republicans. Over the past six years, a lot of people are emotionally dead. Everybody's looking for a restart."

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Trump Force One lands at GSP airport

The crowd in attendance at GSP airport cheered phrases like “U-S-A” and “President Trump” as his clearly marked jet, Trump Force One, landed shortly before 2 p.m.

The former president went down the line signing items and greeting fans for about 15 minutes.

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Crowd of 200 at GSP awaits Donald Trump's arrival on Trump Force One

Michael Close, 61, of Simpsonville, also attended the airport welcome which included close to 200 spectators. Close said he is retired after serving 26 years in the Air Force.“Curiosity more than anything,” Close said about his reason to attend today. “But I do want to show support for Trump.”

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Trump protestor outside Greenville Convention Center

"I'm concerned about the direction of our country and that specifically, right now, we're risking our credibility in the world. Our reputation has always been for fair elections, rule of law, support NATO. What Trump has done is all against that. It's all about him, it's not about us. He might say something to the contrary, but his actions in trials speak louder than words," Carl Prestipino said.

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Nikki Haley mentions her husband Michael

"I wish Michael was here today, and I wish our children and I could see him tonight," she said. "But we can’t. He’s serving on the other side of the world, where conflict is the norm. Where terrorists hide among the innocent. Where Iran’s terrorist proxies are now attacking American troops."

Voters have told the Greenville News they like Haley because she supports the U.S. military. She even asked for a moment of silence after saying her husband Michael is at the "forefront of her mind."

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Nikki Haley press conference: What did she say?

Haley addressed the former and current presidents' ages: "Even if Trump and Biden weren’t too old—and again, they are—Americans still oppose them because we know what they’ll do. They’ve already done tremendous damage—and they’re just getting started."

Haley on why she's running: "I’m running for president to restore a country that’s strong and proud. That is why I will stay in the race after South Carolina votes."

Haley on why she's staying in the race: "We have plenty of time to hash this out. If the race ended today, we’d have the longest general election in history. There are still eight-and-a-half months before Election Day. Do we really want to spend every day from now until November watching America’s two most disliked politicians duke it out?" Some in the crowd answer: "Hell no!"

Haley on President Joe Biden: "First thing’s first: Joe Biden is doing more damage to himself than any Republican could ever do. Every time he opens his mouth, he sounds like his mind is closing up shop. The Democrats are getting weaker by holding a coronation for Biden. Republicans will get stronger through a vigorous competition."

Haley on President Biden: "Like most Americans, I have a handful of serious concerns about the former president. But I have countless serious concerns about the current president."

Haley on former President Donald Trump: "Now, I know what Donald Trump is saying. He wants an election with no opponent. But that’s not what voters are saying. Despite being a de facto incumbent, Donald Trump lost 49% of the vote in Iowa. In New Hampshire, Trump lost 46% of the vote. That’s not good. We’re talking about almost half our voters. What does it say about an incumbent who is losing nearly half his party? It spells disaster in November. We shouldn’t silence these voters like Trump wants. They have the right to keep speaking out."

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SC law enforcement leaders endorse Donald Trump

Trump's campaign announced endorsements at 12:20 p.m. of 15 South Carolina current and former law enforcement leaders including Greenville County Sheriff Hobart Lewis, Spartanburg County Sheriff Chuck Wright and Anderson County Sheriff Chad McBride.

Sheriff Wright was in attendance at GSP for the former president's arrival in Greenville.

“As the only law and order candidate running for president, President Trump has the unique experience and bold leadership to protect our families and communities. He secured our border once before, and he will do it once again," Wright said, according to a release from Trump's campaign.

Trump crowd at GSP airport continues to grow

The group gathered at 12:03 p.m. Tuesday outside the airport gate continued to grow. Law enforcement presence of airport security, state troopers and the sheriff’s deputies from both Greenville and Spartanburg counties was noticeable.

Jennette, 47, and John, 63, Vassar, of Simpsonville held up a Trump sign while in line for the airport welcome of former President Donald Trump. John Vassar said that he learned about the airport welcome as a member of the GOP Elephant Club.

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Nikki Haley press conference: Candidate vows to keep fighting Donald Trump

GREENVILLE, S.C. — A defiant Nikki Haley said Tuesday that she will not be leaving the GOP presidential race, in spite of a pressure campaign from former President Donald Trump and his allies.

"Well, I’m not afraid to say the hard truths out loud. I feel no need to kiss the ring. And I have no fear of Trump’s retribution. I’m not looking for anything from him," Haley said during a fiery speech.

Her campaign had stirred speculation on Monday that Haley would leave the presidential race when it announced her plans to deliver a "state of the race” address. But Haley took the opportunity to instead double down on her criticism of Trump. Click here to read.

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100 supporters line up at GSP airport to see Donald Trump

Roughly one hundred individuals, many dressed in red, white and blue and Trump attire, were gathered outside of the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 20. Trump is expected to land in approximately two hours.

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Nikki Haley State of the Race. Press conference set up.

Nikki Haley’s staff sets up for a press conference in downtown Greenville. Haley is set to take the stage at noon. Her campaign is calling the event "State of the Race."

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Donald Trump at Greenville Convention Center: 200-300 in line at 11 a.m.

 Donald Trump trounces Nikki Haley in exclusive SC poll

Donald Trump is poised to trounce Nikki Haley Saturday in her home state of South Carolina, an exclusive Suffolk University/USA TODAY poll finds, with a yawning advantage that hasn't been diminished by the former president's controversies or legal travails.

Among those very likely to vote in the state's Feb. 24 Republican primary, Trump leads Haley by close to 2-1, 63%-35%.

"The story of this poll is the depth of strength shown by Trump," said David Paleologos, director of the Suffolk University Political Research Center. The former president holds double-digit advantages among men and women, in every age group, and among both high school graduates and those with a college degree. Click here to read.

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Nikki Haley makes campaign stop in Greer Monday

Haley made a campaign stop at the Canon Centre in Greer Monday night.

"SC hearts Nikki" and "Pick Nikki" were some of the campaign signs visible in the crowd.

Dee Culbertson of Simpsonville held a bouquet of balloons including some "Over the Hill" balloons and former president Trump as a baby balloons. On the campaign trail and in interviews, Haley has questioned whether Trump and President Biden are too old to hold office.

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