Trump Urges GOP to 'Cheat Like Hell' for Congress, Repeats $5,000 Vow
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Updated · CNN · Sep 10
Trump Urges GOP to 'Cheat Like Hell' for Congress, Repeats $5,000 Vow
3 articles · Updated · CNN · Sep 10
Summary
Dallas convention delegates heard Trump close the GOP midterm gathering by telling supporters to "pretend I'm on the ticket" and to "cheat like hell" to keep Republican control of the House and Senate.
November's election was framed as a referendum on his presidency as Trump warned Democrats would undo his agenda, even though Republicans face voter frustration over the economy and the Iran war.
Trump also renewed his promise to pay every American adult $5,000 if the GOP holds Congress, while offering no clear funding plan and brushing off deficit concerns.
JD Vance used the keynote to court wavering voters and drew "JD 48" chants, underscoring how a convention built around Trump also showcased the party's post-Trump heir apparent.