Live updates: Republicans kick off first-ever midterm convention
Summary
Republicans are holding their first-ever midterm convention in Dallas to support candidates and promote President Donald Trump's agenda ahead of the November elections. President Trump will give the main speech on Wednesday evening, and some Republicans are not attending due to limited space. Meanwhile, Democratic Illinois Governor JB Pritzker criticized the convention, calling it a distraction from current American problems.Key Facts
- The Republican National Committee is holding its first midterm convention in Dallas, Texas.
- President Donald Trump will deliver the keynote speech on the first evening of the convention.
- The event lasts two nights and aims to support Republican candidates running in the 2026 midterm elections.
- Some Republicans are not attending because the venue, American Airlines Center, cannot hold everyone.
- The arena can seat up to 20,000 people.
- Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, a Democrat, said the convention diverts attention from important issues like costs for families and ongoing conflicts.
- Pritzker suggested Republicans are focusing on flashy events instead of addressing real problems.
- The convention reflects continuing political battles ahead of the midterms in November.
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