Desperation and Dividends: A Convention in Crisis In an attempt to boost Republican fortunes ahead of the midterm elections, Donald Trump staged a made up "convention" at the American Airlines Center in Dallas.
The event was less a celebration of unity than a cringeworthy display of Trump's dwindling influence.
Trump's words betrayed anxiety as he took the stage, repeatedly referencing the crowd size despite the arena being only half full. This hastily arranged rally aimed to salvage what's left of Trump's popularity.