President Donald Trump suggested this week that the Republican Party could hold a national convention before the 2026 midterm elections, a move that would be unusual outside of a presidential election year.
In a post on Thursday on his Truth Social platform, Trump highlighted the Republican Party’s fundraising strength and pointed to its prospects in the upcoming midterm elections. “We have raised far more money than the Democrats, and are having a great time fixing all of the country-destroying mistakes made by the Biden Administration,” he wrote. “In that light, I am thinking of recommending a National Convention to the Republican Party, just before the Midterms. It has never been done before. Stay tuned.”
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Trump also claimed that millions of new supporters have joined the Republican Party and said the GOP is positioned to perform well in 2026.
Political analysts note that midterm elections often present challenges for the party holding the White House. According to polling data referenced by political analyst Nate Silver, Trump’s approval rating remains below 45%. Still, some Democratic strategists caution against assuming major Republican losses.
“While the Democrats may do well in 2026, it is unlikely that they will have anywhere near the level of success that the out-of-power party has had in previous midterm elections with such an unpopular incumbent president,” former Clinton White House adviser Doug Sosnik wrote in Politico on Wednesday.
Democrats have also discussed the possibility of organizing a national convention of their own to rally support and attempt to regain control of the House. Both parties are expected to face additional uncertainty as redistricting battles continue in several states.
