Trump Announces First-Ever Republican Midterm Convention as GOP Looks to Hold Congress

President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Republicans will hold the party’s first-ever national Midterm Convention, scheduled for September 9-10 in Dallas, Texas, marking a major departure from decades of political tradition.

National party conventions have historically been held only during presidential election years. The new event is designed to energize Republican voters, highlight the Trump administration’s accomplishments, and build momentum ahead of one of the most closely watched midterm elections in recent history.

In a Truth Social post, Trump called the gathering a “truly Historic Event” and said Republicans would celebrate the “Great American Comeback.”

The convention will showcase the administration’s America First agenda, including tax relief, border security, energy production, job growth, and other policy priorities. Trump said the event will also feature elected officials, entrepreneurs, manufacturers, first responders, job creators, grassroots activists, and entertainment.

The announcement comes as Republicans defend narrow congressional majorities. Historically, the president’s party often loses House seats during midterm elections, making voter turnout and enthusiasm critical to GOP hopes of maintaining control of Congress.

Dallas was selected after the Republican National Committee amended its rules earlier this year to permit a national convention during a midterm election cycle.

Political observers expect the convention to feature major campaign speeches, endorsements, policy announcements, and coordinated messaging aimed at key House and Senate races nationwide.

Whether the unprecedented event changes the trajectory of the 2026 elections remains to be seen, but it signals Republicans intend to make the midterms a national referendum on Trump’s presidency and the America First agenda.

Sources: President Donald Trump Truth Social announcement (June 30, 2026); Republican National Committee; CBS News; Reuters; Fox News.