Five takeaways from opening night of first-ever GOP midterm convention

The Republican Party held its first-ever midterm convention at the American Airlines Center. The opening night featured a rousing speech from President Donald Trump, who urged supporters to act as if he were on the ballot to energize the GOP. The unprecedented two-day event also included an unexpected appearance by a Democratic senator and instances where one of the top GOP leaders was booed. Trump positioned himself centrally within the midterm strategy during this historic party gathering.