The American President Donald Trump spoke at the Republican convention in Dallas, Texas, asking voters to "pretend" that his name is on the ballot in November's midterm elections. Trump warned that if Republicans lose, Americans "will go through hell," referring to the loss of the border, tax cuts, and security. The convention took place only two months before the November 3 midterm elections.
During the nearly two-hour speech, Trump promised to send five thousand dollars to each American citizen if Republicans maintain their majority in the House of Representatives and the Senate, calling this measure the "Trump dividend." The President asked that the money be spent in the United States, although he did not provide more details on how the measure would be implemented.
The Republican Party risks losing its majority in Congress, since parties in power tend to lose ground in midterm elections. Many Republican candidates chose not to attend the convention, at a time when Trump's popularity is declining and voters express concerns about the cost of living and the war with Iran.
Trump devoted a significant part of the speech to the high cost of living, tariffs, border control, and the war in the Middle East, saying that the price of oil will drop when the war with Iran ends. At the American Airlines Center arena, many seats were empty, although Trump declared that the venue was packed. Present were Vice President JD Vance, House Speaker Mike Johnson, and other prominent Republicans.
