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Republicans kick off unconventional midterm convention in Dallas with Trump speech

Republicans' first midterm convention, being touted as a "Trumpapalooza" by the Republican Party chairman, kicks off in Dallas with a program focused heavily on tax cuts and border security.

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Source: NPR Politics

Politics desk: Policy

Published: Sep. 09, 2026 at 04:36 PM ET

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Original source: NPR Politics

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