Election 2026 Republicans
A person wears cowboy boots at the Republican convention, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2026, in Dallas.
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President Donald Trump has addressed his party's unusual midterm convention in Dallas, making himself the center of attention — even if some GOP candidates facing tight races in November may not benefit from that. Some top Republican candidates are skipping the convention, citing scheduling conflicts or high attendance fees. Organizers tried to showcase Trump’s successes and key Republican causes. Democratic Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman delivered surprise remarks on video, but the convention remained mostly focused on Trump. Also speaking were candidates in key Senate races and members of his Cabinet. Democrats criticized the event, arguing it showed Republicans were out of touch with everyday issues like the economy and healthcare.
