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Trump and Vance to headline Republican midterm convention in Dallas

The two-day event in Texas will focus on the administration's agenda and candidate showcases ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

The short version

  • President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance will headline the Republican National Committee's midterm convention in Dallas next month.
  • Vance is scheduled to speak on Wednesday night, followed by Trump on Thursday night.
  • The two-day convention features candidate showcases and policy discussions on border security, tax policy, prescription drug costs, and corporate influence on public health.

Key facts

  • President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance are scheduled as the keynote speakers for the Republicans' midterm convention in Dallas next month.[Associated Press]
  • Vice President Vance will address the convention on Wednesday night, while President Trump will speak on Thursday night.[Associated Press]
  • The convention agenda includes candidate showcases for competitive races alongside policy segments covering tax cuts, trade, healthcare, border security, and bans on congressional stock trading.[Associated Press]
  • Programming includes a tribute to conservative activist Charlie Kirk and a segment marking the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with families of first responders.[Associated Press]
  • RNC Chairman Joe Gruters announced the event details in an official advisory statement.[Associated Press]

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