Iran war looms over Trump at Republican midterm convention in Dallas

What the report says

Donald Trump’s central role at a Republican midterm convention in Dallas, Texas, is drawing attention because the event comes as his second term faces political headwinds over the war on Iran and higher prices. Al Jazeera reported that the party is using the convention to energize supporters in the final stretch before the November midterm elections, even as the conflict has pushed up oil prices and intensified concerns about affordability.

At the convention, Trump supporters told Al Jazeera they still see him as the figure most likely to rally Republican voters and help the party defend its House and Senate majorities. Some attendees said the Iran war was a difficult issue to reconcile with Trump’s “America First” message, while others argued the military campaign was necessary despite the cost. The article describes a mix of enthusiasm, loyalty and uncertainty among attendees, reflecting the tension between partisan energy and voter anxiety.

Trump, who spoke to reporters before the convention, suggested the war would not end before the midterm vote and accused Iran of trying to influence the election. He said the conflict would finish after voting concludes. The article also notes that public polling has shown broad disapproval of the war, especially among independents, and that affordability remains a top concern for many voters. That combination makes the conflict a significant test of whether Trump can keep Republican support unified while economic pressure builds.