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A look at false and misleading claims during the Republican midterm convention

In celebrating their accomplishments, President Trump and his allies made several false and misleading claims, many of which have been stated repeatedly during his second term.

Boston Globe - Politics - 7 hours ago

Trump: Iran War Will End Even if GOP Loses Because People 'Think if We Lose,' I'll Be Mad and 'Just Take Care of Business'

During an interview aired on Friday's broadcast of the Fox News Channel's "Ingraham Angle," President Donald Trump defended his prediction that the Iran | Clips

Breitbart - Politics - 10 hours ago

Ratings For Trump's First-Night Convention Speech Deliver Shocking Twist

The “Trump bump” viewership was expected to carry the night.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Trump Has Promised U.S. Adults $5,000 if The GOP Wins The Midterms. He Says He Wouldn't Need Congress To Do It.

"Well, we think not. I think they will do it if we needed it. But we think not," Trump said when addressing the promise.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Trump: US Can Be Nation Whose Heroes Are Not Fanatics for Abstract Cause, but Race Into Buildings for Strangers; Highlights From RNC Convention

The heroes of 9/11, the harrowing stories, and the ongoing fight against terrorism—we take you to the ceremonies in New York and at the Pentagon commemorat...

Epoch Times - US News - 14 hours ago

Viewing figures show no 'Trump bump' from his Texas convention speech

The two-day Texas event failed to pull in large numbers and deliver the usual ‘Trump bump,’ according to preliminary viewing figures

Independent UK - US News - 21 hours ago

JD Vance VS Marco Rubio: The battle for post-Trump GOP leadership continues

As the Republican Party navigates the twilight of the Trump era, Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are positioning themselves as the primary ideological heirs to the...

International The News - World - 22 hours ago

Trump issues blunt midterm warning, Vance greeted with '48' chants: Top takeaways from GOP convention

President Donald Trump led the Dallas crowd in a voting pledge and warned supporters they'd "go to hell" if they skip the midterm elections this November.

Fox News - Politics - 1 day ago

Donald Trump encourages MAGA crowd to vote at Republican midterm convention

Donald Trump just encouraged his audience in order to secure votes ahead of the upcoming midterms. During the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, Trump, led the audience in a mock version of...

International The News - World - 1 day ago

GOP Embraces Cult Status With Pledge to Trump, Bonkers Video

The Republican midterm convention cranked up the cult vibes on Thursday with a pledge to Donald Trump and a bizarre video praising him.

Rolling Stone - Politics - 1 day ago

The Spirit of Charlie Kirk Echoes Loudly—and Softly—At GOP Convention

Conservatives marked the one-year anniversary of Kirk’s slaying on Sept. 10, the last day of the 2026 Republican convention in Dallas.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Trump's midterm gamble and Vance's 2028 audition at GOP convention

President Donald Trump and his Republican Party wrapped up an unusual convention in Dallas on Thursday, hoping to strengthen their midterm election prospects

Independent UK - US News - 1 day ago

Trump defends Iran war, slams Democrats and promises cash to voters - President Donald Trump, at Wednesday's Republican midterm convention, promised $5,000 to every American adult if Republicans retain control of Congress in November, while defending US war in Iran and antagonising Democrats. 10/09/2026

President Donald Trump, at Wednesday's Republican midterm convention, promised $5,000 to every American adult if Republicans retain control of Congress in November, while defending US war in Iran and antagonising Democrats.

Euronews - World - 1 day ago

Has Trump won over voters with his midterm convention?

The BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith breaks down the main takeaways from the first-ever Republican convention held in the middle of a US presidential term.

BBC News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Has Trump won over voters with his midterm convention? -- The BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith breaks down the main takeaways from the first-ever Republican convention held in the middle of a US presidential term.

The BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith breaks down the main takeaways from the first-ever Republican convention held in the middle of a US presidential term.

BBC News - World - 1 day ago

JD Vance pitches himself as Trump's political heir at Republican midterm convention

Vance praised Donald Trump as ‘the toughest SOB in American politics’

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Trump, Vance rally Republicans at convention as party faces midterm test

Vance calls Democrats ‘the party of hatred,’ urges Republicans to stay united amid rifts over Trump’s war in Iran

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 day ago

Trump makes convention audience swear pledge of allegiance to GOP

‘You know what happens if you don't vote? You go to hell, you know that?’ Trump advises Republicans considering staying on the couch in November

Independent UK - US News - 1 day ago

Key Takeaways From the GOP Midterm Convention

Trump offered $5,000 in dividends for U.S. adults while painting Democrats as extreme.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Trump claims 'no empty seats' at GOP convention with empty seats

The president is known to exaggerate the crowd size at his events

Independent UK - US News - 1 day ago

Trump Lays Out Republicans' Post-Midterms Agenda at Dallas Convention

The president presented a flurry of proposals that he said Republicans would pursue in the coming two years.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Is Trump's $5,000 pledge a sign of panic? -- Even by Trump's own unconventional standards, his promise to voters was bizarre, writes North America editor Sarah Smith.

Even by Trump's own unconventional standards, his promise to voters was bizarre, writes North America editor Sarah Smith.

BBC News - US News - 1 day ago

GOP Rep. Rob Bresnahan campaigns on data center limits while investing in industry -- According to a financial disclosure, the Pennsylvania lawmaker holds investments in companies positioned to benefit from the data center industry's continued growth.

According to a financial disclosure, the Pennsylvania lawmaker holds investments in companies positioned to benefit from the data center industry's continued growth.

CBS News - Politics - 1 day ago

Fetterman Again Rules Out Party Switch After Republican Convention Video

Rep. Madeleine Dean, a fellow Pennsylvania Democrat, said the appearance ‘lost’ her and called it a ‘stunt.’

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

A Midterm Convention Built on GOP Panic -- Political Gabfest

The Dallas convention was Trump trying to steer a race slipping away. Iran, the economy, and a trade fight with Canada aren't cooperating.

Slate - Politics - 1 day ago

Questions swirl over Trump's pledge to give $5,000 payouts if GOP wins

President Donald Trump says he plans to give every American adult $5,000 if Republicans retain control of the House and Senate in the midterm elections.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

The Embarrassment of Trump's Midterm Convention

Many GOP candidates in competitive House and Senate races are steering clear of the Dallas event.

The Nation - Politics - 1 day ago

The Wildest, Weirdest Moments From Day One of the GOP Midterm Convention

From Trump’s desperate pleas to Hasan Piker’s underwear, here’s how Republicans tried to convince Americans to let them keep Congress.

New York Magazine - Politics - 1 day ago

The Wildest, Weirdest Moments From Day One of the GOP Midterm Convention -- Nia Prater

From Trump’s desperate pleas to Hasan Piker’s underwear, here’s how Republicans tried to convince Americans to let them keep Congress.

New York Magazine - US News - 1 day ago

Adam Carolla Trolls Democrat 'Land Acknowledgments' at GOP Midterm Convention: 'This Is the Greatest Land in the History of Mankind'

Adam Carolla kicked off his speech at the GOP mid-term convention on Wednesday with a not-so-subtle jab at "land acknowledgments."

Breitbart - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Democratic Sen. John Fetterman makes surprise video appearance at GOP convention

Fetterman, of Pennsylvania, vowed to "work with President Trump to fight and defend the steel way of life right here in the Steel Valley."

CNBC - Politics - 2 days ago

Trump Rallies GOP Voters at Dallas Convention, Makes a Bold Promise

The president promised to issue a $5,000 payout to every adult citizen if Republicans win both the House and the Senate.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Fetterman Condemns Socialism in Video Message to GOP Convention

The Pennsylvania Democrat has increasingly distanced himself from socialist policies promoted by some in his own party—at times, crossing the aisle to vote.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Air Force One's inflatable slide temporarily delays Trump's departure for GOP soiree in Texas

President Trump was held on his helicopter for about 15 minutes as U.S. Air Force personnel were seen attending to Air Force One and an inflatable emergency slide that was seen deployed from the front right exit, across the plane from the door that Trump typically uses.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 2 days ago

Republicans begin two-day midterm convention billed as a 'Trump-a-Palooza'

Normal political conventions are held every four years, with parties nominating their presidential picks. In 2024, Trump used the opportunity to name JD Vance as his running mate.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 2 days ago

Here's who's speaking at the GOP midterm convention in Dallas

Republicans hope to build momentum as they sag in the polls ahead of November's midterm election, but some vulnerable candidates skip the event.

CNBC - US News - 2 days ago

GOP touts stock-trading ban at midterm convention as Trump accounts keep trading

Trump disclosed more than 21,000 trades in 2025, while the House-passed restrictions Republicans are promoting apply only to Congress.

CNBC - Politics - 2 days ago

Ford under fire from GOP, Trump administration over China ties

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has zeroed in on Ford’s reliance on technology licensed from Chinese battery giant CATL.

New York Post - Technology - 2 days ago

New Hampshire Could Be the GOP's Sleeper Senate Win

Chris Pappas and John E. Sununu won in Tuesday’s primaries, setting up a close race for a blue Senate seat the GOP would love to flip.

New York Magazine - Politics - 2 days ago

Midterm Convention Gives GOP More of What It Needs Least

It’s about more money and more Trump, though Republicans have a huge cash advantage and voters don’t want more of the president.

New York Magazine - Politics - 3 days ago

The 'Real Housewives' Theory of Trump's GOP

Loyalty tests. Public feuds. Receipts. Dramatic exiles and improbable comebacks. Trump’s Washington may have more in common with Bravo than you think.

Newsweek - Entertainment - 3 days ago

COP17 in Mongolia wraps up with 1.3 billion dollars of Green Investment Pledge - In partnership with - UNCCD COP17 - Member states of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification met in Ulaanbaatar to find solutions and funds for reversing the process of land degradation that already affects 40% of soil on the planet. It ended in the 1.3 billion dollar pledge for Green projects. 03/09/2026

Member states of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification met in Ulaanbaatar to find solutions and funds for reversing the process of land degradation that already affects 40% of soil on the planet. It ended in the 1.3 billion dollar pledge for Green projects.

Euronews - World - 7 days ago

7 Reasons Republicans Dread Trump's Midterm Convention

GOP candidates and operatives have a lot of complaints about this expensive, poorly planned, and likely counterproductive “Trumpapalooza.”

New York Magazine - Politics - 7 days ago

Trump's GOP Midterm Convention Has a Crowd-Size Problem

Many GOP candidates don’t want to attend next week’s “Trumpapalooza.” The party’s solution: Add more Trump.

New York Magazine - Politics - 8 days ago

Minn.: 1 person killed, 5 people injured including 2 police officers near Minneapolis Convention Center

Authorities confirmed that at least one person was killed at a shooting in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 9 days ago

GOP vs. Fauci: Are COVID-19 politics hurting public health?

Six years after COVID-19 changed the world, Washington is relitigating old battles and demanding answers. Republicans accuse America's former top health official, Dr. Anthony Fauci, of misleading the public.

Deutsche Welle - Health - 1 month ago

U.S. Flag Altered To Include a Swastika Found In GOP Rep.'s Office: Report

A U.S. flag altered to include a swastika was found in the office of a Republican representative, according to a new report

International Business Times - US News - 10 months ago

These GOP Lawmakers Referred Constituents to the CFPB for Help. Then They Voted to Gut the Agency.

Many of the same Republican lawmakers who have targeted the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau for cuts have collectively directed thousands of constituents’ complaints about banks, credit cards, loans and other products to the agency.

ProPublica - Politics - 1 year ago

Red State Voters Approved Progressive Measures. GOP Lawmakers Are Trying to Undermine Them.

In the wake of ballot measures that increased abortion access and improved sick leave for workers, a coordinated effort is unfolding across the country to restrict direct democracy — and shift power to partisan legislatures.

ProPublica - Politics - 1 year ago