Trump, GOP leaders head to Dallas for high-stakes midterm convention

The barricades and security measures are already going into place around the American Airlines Center, with the Republican Midterm Convention just days away.President Trump and cabinet members will be among those speaking at the two-day rally. Security expands at AAC ahead of GOP midterm conventionThe tall fences and concrete barriers around the American Airlines Center will have the venue looking a bit different this week. Inside, a massive stage has been built as Republicans look to rally support for the midterm election.The RNC is finishing putting up signage on the plaza of the AAC. Some streets around the arena are already blocked off and closed. With less than 60 days until election day, the political heat is turning up. President Trump's approval ratings are at the lowest they’ve been since he re-entered the White House. The party is betting on this convention to help turn momentum in the GOP's favor.Texas Democrats target economic issues ahead of midtermsTexas Democrats are hop