Live updates: Trump, Republicans converge on Dallas as GOP midterm convention opens
Administration officials, Republican candidates and party leaders are gathering with President Donald Trump in Dallas for the opening of a two-day Republican National Committee midterm convention on Wednesday. Trump is scheduled to deliver the day’s keynote speech, and several GOP lawmakers will offer remarks during the program, including Rep. Brandon Gill of Texas.
Why It Matters
The meeting brings together top party figures and the president as Republicans organize around the midterm cycle, with Trump set to close the first day — a high-profile platform for shaping the party’s message. The concentration of candidates, officials and lawmakers underscores the convention’s role in coordinating party activity ahead of the elections.
Key Facts
- Event: Republican National Committee midterm convention
- Location: Dallas
- Duration: Two-day gathering
- Opening day: Wednesday
- Attendees: Administration officials, Republican candidates and party leaders will join President Trump in Dallas
Republican officials and candidates converged in Dallas on Wednesday for the opening of a two-day Republican National Committee midterm convention. The gathering brings administration officials, party leaders and a slate of Republican candidates together with President Donald Trump for a program of remarks and events. President Trump is scheduled to deliver the keynote address to close out the first day. Throughout the day, several GOP lawmakers are slated to speak, providing remarks at various points in the program. Among those listed to speak is Rep. Brandon Gill of Texas. The source material notes additional GOP lawmakers will appear, with further speaker names referenced but not fully provided in the summary. Organizers described the meeting as a Republican National Committee event focused on the midterm cycle; the two-day schedule will continue after Wednesday’s opening sessions and the president’s evening keynote.
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