Dallas, Texas – President Donald Trump opened the first Republican midterm convention on Wednesday night, addressing a packed crowd at the Dallas Convention Center. The speech focused on core conservative priorities, including stronger border security, stricter voter identification requirements, and opposition to pediatric gender treatments in athletics.
Call to Imagine Trump on the Ballot
Trump told supporters that Republicans perform best when he appears on the ticket. “We’ve got to change that,” he said, urging party members to “pretend I’m on the ballot” as a rallying cry for the upcoming midterm elections.
Economic Incentive for GOP Victory
Highlighting the nation’s economic strength, the president announced a promise to issue a $5,000 dividend to every adult citizen if Republicans retain control of Congress. “If the Republicans win, you win with us,” Trump declared, adding that the funds could be spent only within the United States.
Voter Identification Push
Trump reiterated his long‑standing demand for photo identification and proof of citizenship to cast a ballot. He dismissed Democratic concerns, calling the opposition’s arguments “more bull—- than any human beings on the planet.”
Iran Threat Discussion
The president warned that a new attack on Iran could be forthcoming, referencing a location he called “Pickaxe Mountain” and noting recent imagery showing increased reinforcement at a nuclear site about 140 miles south of Tehran, as reported by the Center for Strategic and International Studies.
Support for Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton
Trump also used the platform to back Texas Attorney General and Senate candidate Ken Paxton. While playfully mocking Paxton’s appearance and voice, he concluded by urging voters to elect Paxton, calling him “the great attorney general in America.”
The convention, billed as the inaugural gathering of Republican leaders for the 2026 midterm cycle, featured speeches from a range of GOP officials and highlighted the party’s agenda heading into the November elections.
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