Trump Plans GOP Convention Before 2026 Midterms

President Donald Trump has proposed the idea of holding a Republican National Convention ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, a move he says has never been done before. Announcing this on his Truth Social platform, Trump highlighted the Republican Party's strong fundraising efforts and recent electoral successes, claiming the GOP is poised to win big in the midterms. He emphasized the party's efforts to reverse what he described as "country-destroying mistakes" made by the Biden administration and expressed confidence in the party's momentum. The proposal comes as Democrats are reportedly considering a similar smaller convention to showcase their candidates, underscoring the high stakes of the upcoming midterms, which could affect Trump's legislative agenda depending on control of Congress. Additionally, efforts like mid-decade redistricting in GOP-led states such as Texas are seen as strategic moves to bolster Republican seats in the House. Details about the convention's location or format have not yet been disclosed.