At midterm convention, Trump pledges cash to voters if Republicans hold Congress

By: Ashley Murray

Outlets: DC Bureau (States Newsroom)

Published: September 10, 2026

Words: 1,122

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

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WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump headlined the first night of the first Republican midterm convention Wednesday, seeking to rally his base ahead of the November elections and dangling a “Trump dividend” to voters if his party retains control of both congressional chambers.

While the Republican National Committee’s two-day event — dubbed a “Trump-a-palooza” by party Chair Joe Gruters — aimed to bolster support for major candidates, some vulnerable Republicans were notably absent.

Still, speaker after speaker, including …

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