Historically unpopular and facing potentially catastrophic midterm elections in November, President Donald Trump has thrown an electoral hand grenade into the campaign calendar. “Big news!” Trump said on Truth Social last week. “For the first time ever, the Republican Party will hold a midterm convention” in Dallas, Texas, on Sept. 9-10. The event will be a “rally like none other!” As Trump tries to consolidate GOP strength ahead of a make-or-break election, Democrats see signs of desperation — and political opportunities.
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