Republicans open midterm convention with a call to defy history, expand majorities
The head of the Republican National Committee gaveled in the "historic" midterm GOP convention in Dallas on Wednesday with a burst of praise for President Trump, declaring the gathering "dedicated to one mission: defying history."
TL;DR
- The Republican National Committee convened its midterm convention in Dallas.
- The convention was declared "historic" by the RNC chair.
- President Trump received praise at the opening.
- The stated mission of the convention is "defying history."