The American Airlines Center is seen as preparations continue ahead of the Republican National Committee (RNC) Midterm Convention in Dallas, Texas on September 8, 2026. The convention, announced by Trump as the first national Republican gathering held during a midterm election year, is expected to draw the president alongside Vice President JD Vance and other Republican leaders as the party looks to rally voters ahead of a hard-fought battle for control of Congress in November. (Photo by Kent Nishimura / AFP via Getty Images)
