Republicans close out GOP midterm convention vowing to keep control of Congress

By: Jennifer Shutt

Outlets: DC Bureau (States Newsroom)

Published: September 11, 2026

Words: 560

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

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President Donald Trump and Republicans wrapped up their two-day midterm convention in Dallas, Texas, on Thursday night, urging voters to ensure the party has another two years with unified control of government.

Speakers, many vying for seats in Congress, insisted Democrats regaining power would be disastrous for the country, some going as far as implying they’d lead to the nation’s downfall.

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., said the results of the elections “will determine the …

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