Why some key GOP candidates are skipping Trump-backed midterm convention

President Trump and prominent GOP leaders are convening in Dallas for a midterm convention. Despite the gathering, several Republican candidates running in competitive races, including some from Iowa, have decided to skip the event. These candidates are choosing instead to focus their efforts on campaigning within their home states or districts. This decision highlights a strategic preference for local outreach over attending the high-profile national convention backed by the former president during the midterm cycle.