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HOWDY! from the great state of Texas, a place we love so much we recently made it our new home. And so has the Republican National Committee—Well, for the week, that is…
It’s the first day of the inaugural (first-in-history) RNC Midterm Convention—and the excitement is already palpable.
Once anticipated to be a yawn of a convention (read: Midterm Elections = boring, right?), President Trump has upped the ante as only Trump can, and it’s going to be one for the record books. With 109 VIP speakers over two nights, and every Cabinet member on deck to speak, it’s on pace to break records beyond even a regular RNC Convention.
President Trump is set to not only headline but to close out the convention BOTH nights, living up to his recent pledge to be on the campaign trail every single day from now through the November elections.
OPENING NIGHT: Already, I’m happy to share there is a strong focus on “unity.” An opening night reception at “CommUNITY Beer” patio bar saw Speaker of the House Mike Johnson kicking off convention week amid a sea of cowboy hats. Scoop alert: Word has it that he asked for everyone to put their cameras away so that he could share that the GOP’s internal polling is holding steady and “Republicans are going to maintain control of the House!”
We’re not sure if that was just the beer talking, but we’ll take it.
As of 3pm CST today, the RNC Midterm Convention will get formally underway. Here’s what to expect before then…
Film Party & Panel Discussion: “Remember the Alamo: Don’t Sharia My Texas”
Our friends Chris and Lisa Burgard have been barnstorming Texas with their new film, “Remember the Alamo: Don’t Sharia My Texas.”
Now? They’re bringing their tour bus to the Big D.
A film screening for the new movie gets underway this morning at 10am CST at the W Hotel in Dallas, across the street from where the RNC Convention will kick off at the American Airlines Center. (Free tickets for that, here.)
The filmmaker will join with The Dallas Express newspaper and former CBS News reporter Lara Logan to discuss the new movie, detailing the real-life problem facing the state of Texas: Sharia Law creeping into local communities.
It’s hard to believe that upon the 25th anniversary of 9/11 that Sharia Law is taking a foothold in the U.S., but it is happening and in the deep red state of Texas, of all places. Here are some of the recent battles:
In the Plano, Texas area, a proposed “EPIC City” development affiliated with the East Plano Islamic Center was exposed by citizens as aiming to become a “Sharia city.”
In Kaufman County, Texas a proposed 2,300-acre development by a Dubai-based company was exposed then subsequently abandoned last March following an investigation.
In McKinney, Texas just outside of Dallas, a large mosque by the McKinney Islamic Association was just approved by the City Council, 7-0, in August.
If you’re concerned about Sharia Law and want to learn more—but you’re not in Dallas for the RNC Midterm Convention and want to watch the livestream of the panel discussion, you can catch it here.
What’s next: The film’s bus tour will head to New York City soon. Can you imagine this bus pulling up to Gracie Mansion? We can, and we’re here for it.
Texas Republican Party, “WallBuilders” & Texas Scorecard Welcome Breakfast
If you’re passionate about border security, this breakfast is for you.
The Republican Party of Texas welcomes the founder of WallBuilders, David Barton, to provide an update on border security and the progress that President Trump has made making America safer.
The event will also include the premiere of “Mapping the Future,” a new project by the great folks over at Texas Scorecard, who are second-to-none at scoring Texas political battles.
Click the QR code above on your phone, hustle over and grab a plate!
TV GUIDE: Tonight’s RNC Midterm Convention Speeches: Full Line-Up with Timestamps
Now, the TV companion you’ve all been waiting for… Here is the full tick-tock, line-by-line schedule of tonight’s RNC Midterm Convention speakers: (in order of speaking):
3 p.m. - 4 p.m. CST: The opening session of the RNC Midterm Convention. Opening sessions will focus on tax relief, including the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, expanded standard deductions, and Child Tax Credit increases. Early blocks also highlight anti-fraud efforts at the Department of Housing and Urban Development and healthcare.
4 p.m. - 5 p.m. CST: The RNC will frame "Two Visions for America," detailing the difference between the two parties. Detailing the passage of middle-class tax cuts, calling for mandatory voter ID through the SAVE America Act, and emphasizing border security. Speakers will include: Joe Gruters (RNC Chairman); Rep. Monica De La Cruz (TX-15); Carlos De La Cruz (Candidate for U.S. House, TX-35); the Honorable Scott Turner; Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (FL-13); and Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03).
5 p.m. - 6 p.m. CST: A candidate showcase highlights GOP contenders in targeted congressional districts alongside discussions on "No Tax on Tips" policies, red-state governance, and national traditions. Speakers will include: Rep. Steve Scalise (House Majority Leader); Rep. Tom Emmer (House Majority Whip); Michael Whatley (former RNC Chairman & U.S. Senate Candidate - NC); Senator Tim Scott (NRSC); Attorney General Austin Knudsen (Republican Attorneys General Association); and Senator John Barrasso (Senate Majority Whip).
6 p.m. - 7 p.m. CST: Speakers address "America First" trade policies, school choice expansion, opposition to gender ideology in youth sports, and government accountability. Speakers will include Rep. Brandon Gill (TX-26); Pastor Lorenzo Sewell; Paul Perez (President, National Border Patrol Council, with members of the organization); Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (U.S. Senate candidate - TX); and Rep. Rob Bresnahan (PA-08).
7 p.m. - 8 p.m. CST: Segments center on public safety, economic expansion-including proposed bans on stock trading by members of Congress-and proposals for tax-free Social Security benefits. Speakers will include Sen. John Husted (U.S. Senate candidate - OH); T.W. Shannon (candidate for Lt. Governor of Oklahoma); Senator Dave McCormick; Mike LiPetri (U.S. House candidate - NY); and the Honorable Todd Blanche (acting Attorney General).
8 p.m. - 9 p.m. CST: Domestic manufacturing and American workforce success stories lead into the night's headlining address by Vice President JD
Vance.9 p.m. CST: Remarks by President Donald Trump. Speakers include the Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz; Rep. Byron Donalds (candidate for Governor of Florida); Jay Feely (candidate for U.S. House - AZ-01); Captain Mike Bouchard, Jr. (candidate for U.S. House (MI-10); and the Honorable Scott Bessent (Treasury Secretary).
9 p.m.- 10 p.m. CST: Vice President J.D. Vance & President Donald J. Trump.
Other Convention News:
The Dallas Express is offering a special Membership which gets you access inside the RNC Midterm Convention perimeter so you can enjoy all the festivities of Victory Park & the American Airlines Center grounds. By choosing their “Preston Hollow” membership (named for a famous Dallas neighborhood, for those in the know), for just $100 you’ll gain access to the RNC Convention grounds via a special lanyard, receive a commemorative RNC Midterm Convention tote bag, The Dallas Express baseball hat, access to their Texas Ledger members-only Substack, and more.
Plus: When you sign up, you’ll also be entered for consideration to win a seat inside the Convention where you could hear President Trump speak live.
Independent journalism: The Dallas Express is THE answer to combatting the radicals over at The Dallas Morning News who are poisoning the well of Texas politics with their liberal bias. Sign up here today to support the independent journalism of this 100% Texas-owned publication.
SAVE THE DATE: Speaking of Texas, here is a Lone Star look-ahead: Turning Point USA is bringing their “America: Love It or Leave It” Tour to The University of Texas at Austin on October 7th. The event will headline Texas homegrown favorite Rep. Brandon Gill, the youngest conservative member of Congress. RSVP here for Free event tickets. As the 1-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk’s assassination approaches this week, do it for Charlie.
