- Donors attending the upcoming Republican National Committee midterms convention in Dallas can purchase a photo with President Donald Trump for $88,600 or a roundtable spot for $250,000.
- A photo opportunity with Vice President JD Vance is priced at $35,000, while general tickets and honorary delegate statuses range up to $100,000.
- The event has raised $42 million and expects around 30,000 attendees despite criticism over high costs, corporate sponsorship, and scheduling near the 9/11 anniversary.
- Texas Representative Beth Van Duyne defended the steep ticket prices, arguing the funds are necessary to support GOP candidates in competitive races nationwide.
- President Donald Trump is placing himself at the center of the midterm campaign to help defend narrow Republican majorities in Congress despite low approval ratings.
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