Trump and GOP hosting first midterm convention, but notable Republicans plan to skip
Summary
President Donald Trump and the Republican Party are hosting their first midterm convention in Dallas, Texas, ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The event aims to support Republican candidates and highlight the administration's agenda, though some key GOP candidates plan to skip the convention.Key Facts
- The GOP midterm convention will last two nights, with President Trump and Vice President JD Vance as keynote speakers.
- The event will focus on topics like immigration, border security, Trump’s tax policies, and lowering drug prices.
- This is the Republican Party’s first-ever midterm convention; Democrats last held one in the 1970s.
- Several members of President Trump’s Cabinet and GOP congressional leaders will speak at the convention.
- Some important Republican candidates in close races, such as Ashley Hinson and Dan Sullivan, are not scheduled to speak and may skip the event.
- The convention is held 55 days before the midterm elections, which will influence control of the House and Senate.
- President Trump’s approval ratings are low amid ongoing challenges like the war with Iran and economic concerns.
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