Empty seats, socialism and Trump dominate the Republican midterm convention

President Donald Trump addressed attendees at the RNC convention in Dallas, Texas, on September 10, where he asked them to repeat the pledge of allegiance to him. During this oath, Trump spoke of cheating in the midterms, which sparked significant backlash online. This followed Trump's previous accusations of trying to bribe voters and buy votes during his speech, offering a $5,000 check to Republicans if they won the midterms.

The controversial oath, where Trump promised to "cheat like hell" during the election, went viral online. Critics slammed Trump's health condition during the pledge, with some even suggesting the implementation of the 25th Amendment. Some supporters, however, defended Trump on social media, with MAGA accounts coming out to support him.

Trump's history with elections has been questionable, as he claimed in 2020 that the presidential election was rigged and attempted to overturn it, leading to the Capitol insurrection on January 6. As the midterms approach, Trump's recent declaration of cheating has left many Americans concerned.