Crisis warnings as 'Trump-a-palooza' patrons bake in Texas heat for hours without water

Systemic Error Podcast · Sep 20, 2026 · 4m

The American Airlines Center, as preparations are underway for the Republican National Midterm Convention in Dallas, Texas, U.S., September 7, 2026. REUTERS/Jessica Koscielniak

The VIP Door and the Heat Line

A Rally Built as a Paywall

The Dallas Republican rally offered two versions of political participation: guaranteed entry for those willing to pay as much as $20,000, and an hours-long obstacle course for everyone else. Free attendees faced remote ticket pickup, shuttle buses, security screening, restricted bags, scarce hydration, and temperatures forecast to reach 99 degrees.

The…