US Republicans kick off first-ever midterm convention

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Sep 10, 202626:49News & Politics

US Republicans have kicked off their first-ever midterm convention to rally voters ahead of November's elections, despite Donald Trump's low approval ratings. In a lengthy speech, the president defended his policies and...

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