RNC Dallas Puts the GOP's Trump Paradox on Full Display
Summary
The Republican Party is holding a special two-day midterm convention in Dallas to support their candidates ahead of November elections, even though President Donald Trump is not running for office this year. Trump will be featured prominently to encourage voter turnout, as GOP leaders believe his presence helps draw supporters to vote for other Republican candidates.Key Facts
- Texas is a strong Republican state; President Trump won there by 14 points in 2024.
- The GOP’s midterm convention in Dallas is unusual because no candidates are being nominated or platform approved.
- President Trump will give two keynote speeches and close the convention.
- GOP leaders want voters to act as if Trump is on the ballot to boost turnout for congressional candidates.
- Trump’s approval rating has dropped from 47% to 33% since his current term began.
- Independent voter approval of Trump fell from 42% to 22%.
- Democratic candidates lead Republicans in voter preference by 43% to 38% in recent polls.
- Most voters consider the cost of living their top issue, and many disapprove of Trump’s handling of this problem.
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