At the Republican midterm convention in Dallas on September 9, 2026, President Trump pledged a $5,000 cash dividend for every American adult, contingent on his party retaining control of the House and Senate in the November midterms. The proposal, which carries a price tag exceeding $1 trillion and faces legal hurdles regarding voting influence, was announced during a wide-ranging, rally-style speech that lasted one hour and forty-four minutes. Trump defended the Iran war, criticized a Republican Senate candidate’s fashion sense, labeled Democrats as communists and extremists, and urged voters to treat the midterm elections as if he were on the ballot. The two-night event, designed to energize the party base, featured various lawmakers, candidates, and citizens praising the president. During the opening night, Trump vowed to campaign in the states and districts of all Republicans in tight races. The concluding night features Vice President Vance, a tribute to late activist Charlie Kirk—who was assassinated a year ago—and a commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the September 11th attacks. Scheduled speakers include Donald Trump Jr., former White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., alongside 19 Republicans running in competitive races.
Source: npr.org
