- First Lady Melania Trump will skip President Donald Trump's upcoming two-day midterms convention in Dallas, continuing her trend of missing major political engagements.
- At least 45 GOP lawmakers are also declining to attend the event, citing high entrance fees, prior obligations, or concerns over Trump's low approval ratings.
- President Trump remains scheduled as the headline speaker on both days of the convention, offering high-priced photo opportunities and roundtable access to donors.
- The Republican National Committee event faces scheduling conflicts, as it clashes with the NFL season opener and occurs a day before the 25th anniversary of September 11.
- Melania Trump has maintained an unusually sparse public schedule this year, making public appearances on only 40 days so far.
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