Trump vows to be at centre of US midterms: Republican convention takeaways
President Donald Trump used a keynote speech at a Republican midterm convention to position himself as the central figure of the upcoming November elections. Despite not being on the ballot, Trump pledged to campaign extensively in competitive districts to help Republicans retain control of Congress.
Why it matters
Trump's active involvement in the midterm cycle is a strategic attempt to maintain his influence and power, particularly as his approval ratings face pressure from the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran.
Trump delivered key note speech at night one of unusual midterm convention, pledging to rally across the country.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info US President Donald Trump speaks at the Republican convention in Dallas, Wednesday, September 9, 2026 [Tony Gutierrez/AP Photo] By Joseph Stepansky Published On 10 Sep 2026 10 Sep 2026 Dallas, Texas – United States President Donald Trump has delivered a keynote speech on the first night of the Republican midterm convention , putting himself at the centre of the November vote despite not being on the ballot.
The first-of-its-kind event on Wednesday came as Republicans face a challenging midterm election to hold control of the House of Representatives and Senate. Losing either chamber would represent a major check on Trump’s power.
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