Trump urges Republicans to 'pretend' he's on November ballot at RNC midterm convention
Source Summary
At the RNC midterm convention, President Trump called on Republicans to act as if he were on the November ballot. He promised $5,000 for every U.S. adult if the GOP retains control of both the House and Senate.
Why it matters
Trump's appeal directly frames Republican midterm strategy around his political interests despite not being a candidate, signaling his continued influence over the party's messaging.
