Some GOP lawmakers in highly competitive races are going to the party’s midterm convention in Dallas this week, while others are skipping it.Rep. Derrick Van Orden, R-Wis., who's in a competitive race, will be attending the GOP midterm convention.Mark Schiefelbein / Getty Images fileSept. 8, 2026, 7:06 PM EDTBy Sahil Kapur, Zara Morris and Kyle StewartRep. Derrick Van Orden, R-Wis., is angry.Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.
House Republicans split over attending ‘Trumpapalooza’ convention as president’s approval ratings slide
Some GOP lawmakers in highly competitive races are going to the party’s midterm convention in Dallas this week, while others are skipping it.
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