READ IN FULL: Trump speaks on opening night of RNC convention

Published September 10, 2026 6:00am ET

President Donald Trump delivered the opening-night keynote address at the RNC midterm convention, rallying the Republican Party to stand together ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

“Pretend that I’m on the ballot,” Trump said, vowing to overcome the midterm curse and campaign in every swing district for Republicans.

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