Trump center stage at RNC in midterms gamble – US politics live
Summary
President Donald Trump is leading the Republican National Convention in Dallas ahead of the midterm elections. The event is the first GOP national convention held outside a presidential election year, aiming to motivate voters to keep control of Congress.Key Facts
- The Republican National Convention is taking place in Dallas and lasts two days.
- This is the first time the GOP holds a national convention outside a presidential election year.
- President Trump will deliver the main speech and close the convention.
- Over 100 House members and candidates and more than 50 speakers will attend.
- Topics include tax cuts, immigration, manufacturing, and drug prices.
- Missouri’s congressional elections face court disputes over maps supported by President Trump.
- The US military took action against Iranian oil carriers after attacks on a US warship.
- The US plans to ban some Canadian products amid a trade dispute with Canada.
- President Trump gave large holiday cash gifts to several White House aides, reported in financial disclosures.
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