- Donald Trump claimed his Republican midterm convention in Dallas drew higher viewership numbers than the NFL season opener.
- The president's claim could not be independently verified because official NFL ratings have not yet been released.
- Tracking convention viewership is difficult because major television networks did not broadcast the event, leaving audiences to watch via digital livestreams.
- The event was organized to bolster Republican candidates competing in tight midterm election races.
- Trump defended attendance figures at the gathering, stating that space was intentionally reserved for candidates in close races rather than those with large leads.
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