Trump Touts Sold-Out RNC and Says He’ll Speak Tomorrow
Hours before the Republican National Convention in Dallas, Trump said the event was “really HOT!” and claimed the American Airlines Center was sold out, while also using his posts to boast about the convention lineup and attack CNN and reporter Kaitlan Collins. He said he would speak and then “close it out” on Thursday, framing the gathering as a high-stakes stage for candidates in competitive races. Trump also took aim at what he called “FICTION AND LIES” on CNN, continuing his long-running fight with the network.
Republican National Convention in Dallas
CampaignTrump said the Republican National Convention in Dallas was drawing intense interest and described the venue as sold out. He said the event would be reserved mainly for candidates in close races, while he planned to speak Wednesday and close the convention on Thursday.
The posts present Trump as both the central attraction and the gatekeeper of the convention, a familiar role that blends party-building with personal branding. By emphasizing that only candidates in competitive races should get speaking slots, he signals a selective, winner-oriented approach that flatters allies while reinforcing his authority over the party's message. The language also suggests he wants the convention to be seen less as a ceremonial gathering and more as an instrument for influencing contested races.
“The Republican National Convention, tomorrow night in Dallas, is really “HOT!”
“we’re really asking only those Candidates that are in tight Races, a little up, a little down, or even, to speak.”