Overview
- The Wall Street Journal reported that Las Vegas is under serious consideration for a Republican midterm convention next year, with President Trump said to favor the city.
- Advisers are also evaluating Washington, D.C., and locations in Texas, and no final decision has been announced.
- Organizers are targeting a date near the start of early voting and envision a scaled-down version of last summer’s GOP convention in Milwaukee.
- The Republican National Committee signaled enthusiasm for the concept, describing it as an opportunity to highlight party unity and a 2026 agenda.
- Democrats are reported to be exploring a similar event as Republicans pursue strategies to defend slim control of Congress, including high-profile moves such as a directive to probe ActBlue.