Dallas mayor brags about party switch during Republican midterm convention speech
The mayor of Dallas was among the Texas contingent to speak Thursday at the second and final night of the Republican midterm convention.
The mayor of Dallas was among the Texas contingent to speak Thursday at the second and final night of the Republican midterm convention.
FULL: Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson’s RNC Midterm speech
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson delivers his full speech at the 2026 Republican midterm convention. Johnson discusses his decision to leave the Democratic Party, public safety, policing, taxes, homelessness, economic development and his vision for Dallas as “America’s next financial capital,” which he calls “Y’all Street.” He also criticizes Democratic policies in cities including Chicago, Seattle and New York, and urges voters to support Republicans in the November midterm elections.
Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson delivers his full speech at the 2026 Republican midterm convention. Johnson discusses his decision to leave the Democratic Party, public safety, policing, taxes, homelessness, economic development and his vision for Dallas as “America’s next financial capital,” which he calls “Y’all Street.” He also criticizes Democratic policies in cities including Chicago, Seattle and New York, and urges voters to support Republicans in the November midterm elections.
Abbott vows to ban Sharia Law in Texas during Republican convention speech
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott was among the Lone Star State contingent to speak Thursday during the second and final night of the Republican midterm convention in Dallas.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott was among the Lone Star State contingent to speak Thursday during the second and final night of the Republican midterm convention in Dallas.
FULL: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s 2026 RNC Midterm Convention speech
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott speaks at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention in Dallas. In his remarks, Abbott highlighted Texas’ border policies, law enforcement, restrictions on foreign land purchases, election rules, school choice and energy production. He also criticized Democratic candidates and framed the election as a choice between “common sense and crazy.”
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott speaks at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention in Dallas. In his remarks, Abbott highlighted Texas’ border policies, law enforcement, restrictions on foreign land purchases, election rules, school choice and energy production. He also criticized Democratic candidates and framed the election as a choice between “common sense and crazy.”
Gov. Abbott says Republicans will “demolish” Democrats
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott framed the election as a choice between “common sense and crazy,” telling the RNC convention that Republicans would “demolish the Democrats,” keep Texas red and help President Trump “keep America great.”
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott framed the election as a choice between “common sense and crazy,” telling the RNC convention that Republicans would “demolish the Democrats,” keep Texas red and help President Trump “keep America great.”
Republican midterm convention in Dallas: Day 2
The midterm convention for Republicans wraps up later Thursday night in Dallas. Several Texas lawmakers were on center stage at the RNC.
The midterm convention for Republicans wraps up later Thursday night in Dallas. Several Texas lawmakers were on center stage at the RNC.
Cruz calls on Republicans to ‘save America’ during convention speech
Texas U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz was among the Lone Star State contingent that spoke during the second and final night of the Republican midterm convention in Dallas.
Texas U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz was among the Lone Star State contingent that spoke during the second and final night of the Republican midterm convention in Dallas.
FULL: Sen. Ted Cruz 2026 RNC Midterm Convention speech
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas delivers a full speech at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention in Dallas. Cruz reflected on the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s death and the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks. He praised President Donald Trump, discussed his family’s experience in communist Cuba, criticized Democratic policies and figures, and argued that Sharia law is incompatible with the U.S. Constitution.
U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas delivers a full speech at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention in Dallas. Cruz reflected on the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s death and the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks. He praised President Donald Trump, discussed his family’s experience in communist Cuba, criticized Democratic policies and figures, and argued that Sharia law is incompatible with the U.S. Constitution.
Ted Cruz says Sharia law has no place in America
Speaking at the RNC convention, Sen. Ted Cruz said Sharia law is “fundamentally inconsistent” with the U.S. Constitution and called for action to stop it.
Speaking at the RNC convention, Sen. Ted Cruz said Sharia law is “fundamentally inconsistent” with the U.S. Constitution and called for action to stop it.
‘You started a fight’: Patrick uses convention speech to scold Democrats
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick was among the first Texas speakers Thursday at the second and final night of the inaugural Republican midterm convention.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick was among the first Texas speakers Thursday at the second and final night of the inaugural Republican midterm convention.
FULL: Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick speech at the 2026 RNC Midterm Convention
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick speaks at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention in Dallas. In his remarks, Patrick invoked Texas history and the Alamo, discussed conservative values and Texas’ economy, and criticized Democratic policies. He urged Republicans to turn out in November and praised President Donald Trump.
Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick speaks at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention in Dallas. In his remarks, Patrick invoked Texas history and the Alamo, discussed conservative values and Texas’ economy, and criticized Democratic policies. He urged Republicans to turn out in November and praised President Donald Trump.
Trump visits National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington
President Donald Trump toured the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington and spoke to recipients on Thursday while in town for the GOP midterm convention.
President Donald Trump toured the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington and spoke to recipients on Thursday while in town for the GOP midterm convention.
Democrats gather in Dallas to protest GOP midterm convention
Local Democrats and protesters rallied on Thursday in protest of the GOP midterm convention being held at the American Airlines Center.
Local Democrats and protesters rallied on Thursday in protest of the GOP midterm convention being held at the American Airlines Center.
‘Pretend I’m on the ballot’: Trump opens inaugural Republican midterm convention in Texas
President Donald Trump headlined the opening night of the inaugural Republican midterm convention in Dallas on Wednesday.
President Donald Trump headlined the opening night of the inaugural Republican midterm convention in Dallas on Wednesday.
New Texas law limits city bans on manufactured homes
A new Texas law requires most cities with zoning to allow new HUD-code manufactured homes in at least one district. Here is how League City and Pearland are responding and what the law could mean for affordable housing.
A new Texas law requires most cities with zoning to allow new HUD-code manufactured homes in at least one district. Here is how League City and Pearland are responding and what the law could mean for affordable housing.
Fort Worth man charged with making terroristic threats towards James Talarico
A Fort Worth man who allegedly sent threatening messages to U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico is now facing a criminal charge.
A Fort Worth man who allegedly sent threatening messages to U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico is now facing a criminal charge.
FULL: Rep. Brandon Gill’s RNC Midterm Convention speech
Rep. Brandon Gill speaks at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention in Texas. In his remarks, Gill praised President Donald Trump and Republican policies, criticized Democrats, and framed the November election as a choice between “the mainstream” and “the extreme.” He also discussed border security, taxes, energy independence, public safety, inflation and what he described as the future of America’s constitutional order.
Rep. Brandon Gill speaks at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention in Texas. In his remarks, Gill praised President Donald Trump and Republican policies, criticized Democrats, and framed the November election as a choice between “the mainstream” and “the extreme.” He also discussed border security, taxes, energy independence, public safety, inflation and what he described as the future of America’s constitutional order.
Paxton asks Republicans for prayers, votes at midterm convention
Texas Attorney General and Republican Senate candidate blasted his Democratic opponent during his speech at the opening night of the party’s first midterm convention in Dallas.
Texas Attorney General and Republican Senate candidate blasted his Democratic opponent during his speech at the opening night of the party’s first midterm convention in Dallas.
FULL: Ken Paxton’s 2026 RNC Midterm Convention Speech
Ken Paxton, Republican candidate for U.S. Senate in Texas, speaks at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention. During his remarks, Paxton thanked President Donald Trump, discussed his personal background and border security, outlined his “Protecting the Texas Promise” plan, and highlighted his record as Texas attorney general. Paxton also criticized Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico and urged Republicans to support his campaign.
Ken Paxton, Republican candidate for U.S. Senate in Texas, speaks at the Republican National Committee’s 2026 midterm convention. During his remarks, Paxton thanked President Donald Trump, discussed his personal background and border security, outlined his “Protecting the Texas Promise” plan, and highlighted his record as Texas attorney general. Paxton also criticized Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico and urged Republicans to support his campaign.
Trump arrives in Dallas for midterm convention
President Trump is spending Wednesday and Thursday in Dallas for the GOP midterm convention.
President Trump is spending Wednesday and Thursday in Dallas for the GOP midterm convention.