President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance will headline the final night of the Republican Midterm Convention in Dallas on Thursday, September 10. Vance is scheduled to speak first, followed by Trump, who will deliver the closing address. Both are part of the convention’s final speaking block at the American Airlines Center.
The two-day event brings Republican lawmakers, administration officials and candidates together as the party prepares for the 2026 midterm elections. The day’s schedule includes a tribute to Charlie Kirk and a separate tribute marking the 25th observance of September 11. Unlike a traditional presidential nominating convention, the event is focused on the party’s candidates and campaign efforts ahead of the 2026 congressional elections. The GOP convention is set to run on Wednesday, September 9, and Thursday, September 10. Earlier reporting noted: 9 pm CST: Remarks by President Donald Trump
Earlier reporting noted: RNC midterm convention schedule: Full 2-day lineup, speakers, singers, Trump and JD Vance speeches in Dallas The Republican Party’s first-ever midterm convention in Texas will feature two days of speeches on the “America First” agenda, with President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance set to headline the event. Earlier reporting noted: 6 pm – 7 pm CST: Speakers will discuss government accountability, opposition to gender ideology in youth sports, school choice expansion, and “America First” trade policy. Trump is appearing for the second time after delivering Wednesday night’s keynote. The program also includes speeches on key Republican campaign issues and tributes. Other parts of the program will focus on issues including tax cuts, border security, healthcare and a proposed ban on members of Congress trading stocks.
