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Trump to headline RNC’s Dallas midterm convention second night

8/31/2026

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The Republican National Committee will hold a two-day midterm convention in Dallas next month.
U.S. President Donald Trump will headline the convention’s second night to rally MAGA supporters.
House members must pay a $25,000 entrance fee to attend the Dallas convention.
GOP donors and officials fear the event may waste time because of Trump’s low approval.

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The Republican National Committee will hold a two-day midterm convention in Dallas next month.
U.S. President Donald Trump will headline the convention’s second night to rally MAGA supporters.
House members must pay a $25,000 entrance fee to attend the Dallas convention.
GOP donors and officials fear the event may waste time because of Trump’s low approval.