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President Trump at the White House on June 25. Photo: Tierney L. Cross/Getty Images

President Trump said Republicans will hold a midterm convention in Dallas, Texas, for "the first time ever" in September.

Why it matters: National party conventions are typically held only during presidential election years, making a midterm gathering an unusual effort to rally supporters and shape the party's message ahead of 2026.