GOP CONVENTION | Family Research Council head is promising to vote for Donald Trump

CLEVELAND (AP)

The head of the socially conservative Family Research Council is promising to vote for Donald Trump.

Tony Perkins is the first speaker on Thursday night's program at the Republican National Convention.

Perkins — who's also a Louisiana delegate — says Trump has demonstrated his commitment to religious conservative values through his promise to appoint conservative judges, his support for the GOP platform and the selection of running mate, Indiana Gov. Mike Pence.

Some social conservatives have expressed concerns about Trump's record on social issues. He has been married three times, publicly supports Planned Parenthood, and has struggled to demonstrate familiarity with the Bible.