Republican midterm convention draws over 100 million online and TV viewers

Last week the Republican Party held its first ever midterm national convention in Dallas, Texas, drawing more than 100 million live-stream and cable-news views, according to counts from social-media platforms and television. The event was staged at the American Airline Center and featured a multi-hour address by Donald Trump on the opening night, followed by JD Vance’s keynote on Thursday. The Republican National Committee’s national press secretary described the convention as a “massive success” that energized supporters, showcased the administration’s achievements, and warned of a far-left Democratic agenda.

Viewership was aggregated from Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and traditional cable outlets. Trump framed the upcoming midterm elections as a pivotal moment for the nation’s future.