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Democrats counter GOP convention in Dallas with rallies and events

Democrats, headlined by Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, gathered at Dallas City Hall to denounce the Republican midterm convention as a "Trumpapalooza" smoke-and-mirrors distraction. The Dems are planning protests and local community events as counter activities.

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FOX 4 News· Sep 9, 10:11 PMDemocrats counter GOP convention in Dallas with rallies and events

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Speaker Johnson dubs Mamdani, far-left pals most 'dangerous' politicians in US, predicts 'nightmare' for Hakeem JeffriesHouse Speaker Mike Johnson warned that the far-left mold of Democrats, such as Mayor Zohran Mamdani, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, is the most dangerous type of politician in the US.

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Democrat John Fetterman makes video appearance at GOP convention in DallasDemocratic U.S. Sen. John Fetterman of Braddock appeared in a prerecorded video at Wednesday night’s Republican midterm convention to warmly introduce one of the event’s speakers, his Senate colleague from Pittsburgh’s Squirrel Hill, Dave McCormick. “Yes, I’m Senator John Fetterman, Pennsylvania. Yes, I’m a Democrat. Why am I here talking

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WATCH: Democrats say Trump's 'bizarre' convention is a distraction from his faltering presidency“This bizarre Republican midterm convention here can’t paper over the fact that Republicans have done nothing to earn your vote,” Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, a potential 2028 presidential contender, said Wednesday morning.

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Tim Scott's midterm convention warningEXCLUSIVE — Secrets has been given a sneak peek of the speech to be delivered by Tim Scott, the chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee.

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Whoopi Goldberg Stops Audience From Booing Mention of Ted CruzWednesday on ABC's "The View," co-host Whoopi Goldberg stopped the audience from booing the mention of upcoming guest Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX). Goldberg said, | Clips

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Fetterman’s GOP convention video caught some of his staffers off guardEven some of Democratic Sen. John Fetterman’s staffers were caught off guard when they saw him appearing in a video at the Republican midterm convention, according to two sources.

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Trump's vow of $5,000 payments to Americans faces bipartisan criticismRepublicans are back in Dallas Thursday night as they wrap up their unprecedented midterm convention. Night one brought a claim from President Trump of $5,000 payments to Americans if Republicans keep control of Congress. Democratic Sen. John Fetterman also made a surprise video appearance. White House correspondent Liz Landers reports.

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Greg Abbott speaks at Republican midterm convention in DallasAbbott used his speech to highlight laws enacted in Texas on issues such as border security, voting, school choice and land purchases by other countries.

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Lehigh Valley Rep. Ryan Mackenzie sees value in running with Trump this yearLehigh Valley Republican Ryan Mackenzie went on the attack against his Democratic opponent, Bob Brooks, and embraced the president at the GOP convention in Dallas.

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Don Jr. urges GOP to honor Charlie Kirk's legacy and 'save this nation'Donald Trump Jr. told attendees that Charlie Kirk was "good" and "pure," saying he "represented the light."

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WATCH: Democrats say Trump's 'bizarre' convention is a distraction from his faltering presidency“This bizarre Republican midterm convention here can’t paper over the fact that Republicans have done nothing to earn your vote,” Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, a potential 2028 presidential contender, said Wednesday morning.

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Trump’s convention comes to Dallas. What will Eric Johnson make of it?The Republican can promote his Dallas record, raise his national profile and offer clues about what may follow City Hall.

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At Dallas midterm convention Trump promises $5,000 dividend if Republicans win in NovemberDALLAS, Texas (TNND) — President Donald Trump made a major promise at the Republican National Committee's midterm convention in Dallas. Trump said on

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Trump at midterm convention: $5K for American adults if GOP winsWhat Trump said. What Democratic Sen. John Fetterman said. What Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker.

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Photos: The Republican midterm conventionRepublicans are gathering in Dallas for an unusual 2026 GOP midterm convention, an event backed by President Donald Trump and highlight key Republican candidates.

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