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Trump Humiliated as Republicans Skip His Big Day En Masse
thedailybeast.com • • nation
Key Points:
- Many House Republicans are choosing to skip Donald Trump’s midterm convention in Dallas, citing reasons such as campaign commitments, family engagements, the $25,000 entrance fee, and a desire to distance themselves from Trump’s unpopularity.
- Lawmakers express concern that the convention may not effectively rally independent voters and fear Trump’s appearance could focus on personal grievances rather than addressing key voter issues like inflation and the economy.
- Some Republicans prefer to stay in their districts to campaign or participate in local events, including commemorations of the 9/11 anniversary, rather than attend the convention.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to attend and anticipates decent turnout, but acknowledges many will stay home due to the critical timing before early voting begins nationwide.
- The convention’s timing conflicts with the first two NFL games of the season, likely limiting television viewership, and experts suggest the event is more a reactive measure to low enthusiasm than a strategic plan.
