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Trump Announces Midterm Convention in Dallas Sep 9-10

Published 30 June 2026

President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday that the Republican Party will hold an unprecedented national convention in Dallas, Texas, on September 9 and 10, aiming to mobilize voters ahead of the November midterm elections. Such conventions are traditionally held only during presidential election years.

In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump called the event a "truly Historic Event" that will celebrate what he termed the "GREAT AMERICAN COMEBACK." He said the gathering would highlight policy achievements including border security, American energy dominance, and tax cuts, while featuring innovators, entrepreneurs, and job creators. Trump is expected to address the convention.

The strategic move comes as Republicans fight to maintain their slim majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. Party officials view the two-day convention, scheduled just before early voting begins, as a critical platform to energize their base. Historically, the party controlling the White House tends to lose congressional seats in midterm elections, a trend Republicans are working to counter.

The location in Dallas is expected to bring heightened attention to the pivotal Texas...

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