NYT
‘Pretend That I Am Running’: 7 Takeaways From the G.O.P. Midterm Convention
Thursday, September 10, 2026
President Trump attended a Republican midterm convention and proposed a $5,000 payment to Americans if Republicans retained control of government. Trump repeated previous policy positions and statements at the event. The convention marked the first midterm gathering of its kind held by the Republican Party. No additional details were provided about specific policy proposals beyond the payment offer or attendee response to the proceedings.
