2026-09-05
The Republican National Committee is holding a first-ever midterm convention this week in Dallas, Texas. President Trump is scheduled to speak at the event, and Vice President JD Vance is also expected to address attendees. The convention is described as a two-day event taking place ahead of the November midterm elections.
Left-leaning outlets frame the convention with skepticism about its purpose, questioning whether it's a genuine party convention or primarily a vehicle for Trump's personal messaging, with one outlet directly quoting Trump's self-congratulatory language about the event. Center coverage describes the event in more neutral, functional terms as a get-out-the-vote effort. Right-leaning outlets frame the event partly around internal party dynamics, suggesting it sends a message of loyalty to Trump amid speculation about lawmakers distancing themselves from him, while also previewing the event in straightforward, informational terms.
Coverage questions whether the event is a legitimate party convention or essentially a rally centered on Trump, framing it as an extension of Trump's personal political narrative ahead of the midterms.
President the star of the show at two-day convention, but party’s plan to treat November elections as referendum on Trump himself poses grave risks “We’re going to have a good time listening to music,” Donald Trump told thousands of supporters in downtown Dallas before handing the mic to an opera s…
Amid the glitz, glamour and party atmosphere of an unusual midterm convention in Dallas, the president boasted of his accomplishments, predicted Republican victories and all but ignored the daunting political landscape his party faces this fall.
Donald Trump has thrown a convention to amp up the Republican base ahead of the midterm elections, but not everyone is thrilled about it. Dozens of officials running for re-election have stayed away, choosing instead to campaign locally. Are they worried about Trump’s current unpopularity weighing…
The two day Republican convention in Dallas showcased the party's biggest asset in trying to win competitive midterm races and its greatest obstacle: President Trump.
The president demonised Democrats in an attempt to wangle votes in midterms despite backlash over Iran war With his approval rating at a historic low, Donald Trump has brought down the curtain on the Republicans’ first ever midterm convention by pleading with supporters to do him “the biggest favou…
Donald Trump has thrown a convention to amp up the Republican base ahead of the midterm elections, but not everyone is thrilled about it. Dozens of officials running for re-election have stayed away, choosing instead to campaign locally. Are they worried about Trump’s current unpopularity weighing…
The Dallas convention was Trump trying to steer a race slipping away. Iran, the economy, and a trade fight with Canada aren't cooperating.
At a midterm convention, Trump tries to defy the odds one last time.
President Trump kicked off the Republican midterm convention with a primetime speech, outlining the Republican message and promising Americans a payout if the GOP wins the upcoming election.
The first-ever Republican midterm convention is underway in Dallas, with control of the House and Senate on the line and Election Day less than eight weeks away. President Trump is set to headline. Ed O'Keefe reports from the event.
Republicans are gathering in Dallas for an unusual two-day midterm convention, with President Trump set to address the party both nights. The event, part rally and part political showcase, is aimed at energizing Republican voters. White House correspondent Liz Landers reports from Dallas.
Republicans' first midterm convention, being touted as a "Trumpapalooza" by the Republican Party chairman, kicks off in Dallas with a program focused heavily on tax cuts and border security.
GOP plans to center the president at rare two-day Texas event as party hopes to retain control of House in midterms Republicans are gathering in Texas on Wednesday for a rare “midterm convention”, as they attempt to convince Americans to vote for a party led by a deeply unpopular president who has…
As Republicans face down tough midterm elections, President Trump has appeared out of step with the party on Iran, the economy and other issues.
President Trump and top GOP leaders are gathering in Dallas for a midterm convention, though some Republicans in competitive races are opting to skip it and campaign in their home districts or states.
At an unusual gathering in Dallas, some of the party’s top candidates will be forced to decide just how tightly to tether themselves to an unpopular president.
Republicans have never held a midterm convention before. But there's also never been a president like Donald Trump. Billed as a "Trumpapalooza," the unprecedented event kicks of in Dallas Wednesday.
Midterms are often difficult for the party in power in Washington, and Trump believes the event can juice enthusiasm for the party and boost turnout among his voters.
The Republican party is calling it a "Trumpapalooza." The party is throwing an unconventional convention in Dallas this week to try to boost Republican voter enthusiasm.
Republican politicians are heading to Texas next week—some of them, anyway. At Donald Trump’s behest, the party is holding a special midterm convention in Dallas to celebrate what the president calls “our Tremendous Victories and Success.” On Saturday, he once again hyped the event, writing on Trut…
A first-ever Republican midterm convention is taking place this week in Dallas, but are candidates interested in attending? Plus, Michigan's Democratic senate candidate apologizes to Jewish voters.
Republican National Committee Midterm Convention is a rare mid-cycle gathering of party leaders and delegates President Trump has called as a way to rally the party faithful ahead of November's contests.
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