Texas Republican chair says Trump will galvanize voters with first-ever GOP midterm convention

President Trump announced a first-ever GOP midterm convention in Texas to mobilize voters and maintain party power through the 2026 election. Texas GOP chair D'rinda Randall discussed the event with CBS News. While national conventions typically occur only during presidential election years, Trump intends to use this September gathering to celebrate the Great American Comeback and showcase his Administration's achievements, marking a departure from traditional party scheduling to strengthen the Republican base.