Houston Selected as Host City for 2028 Republican National Convention
Republican Party officials have announced that Houston will be the host city for their party’s 2028 presidential convention. The decision was made during a closed meeting on Friday, well ahead of the usual schedule for selecting a convention city. The 2024 convention is still a year away, scheduled for July.
Ronna McDaniel, chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, expressed her excitement about Houston being chosen as the host city. She credited a smart business decision made by the RNC last spring, allowing them to select the next convention city earlier than ever. McDaniel stated, “We are looking forward to seeing Houston in the spotlight come 2028.”
The selection of Houston as the convention site marks a departure from recent convention locations. Milwaukee will host the 2024 convention, while Cleveland was the location for the 2016 convention. Both Wisconsin and Ohio are considered battleground states in presidential and congressional elections. In contrast, Texas is known for leaning reliably Republican. The 2020 convention was scaled back due to the Covid-19 pandemic, with events and meetings taking place in various locations including Charlotte, North Carolina, and Washington, DC.
Houston emerged as the winner among four other contenders, including Dallas, another city in Texas. Miami, Nashville, and Jacksonville, Florida were also under consideration. The Republican National Committee had approved a rule change over a year ago, allowing committee members to begin selecting a convention city over six years in advance.
This story has been updated with additional reporting.
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Houston Chosen to Host 2028 Republican National Convention
Get ready, Houston! The Republican Party has just announced that our city will be hosting the prestigious 2028 Republican National Convention. This exciting decision was made in a closed meeting on Friday, way ahead of the usual schedule for selecting a convention city. It seems like the Republicans just couldn’t wait to bring their big event to our vibrant city.
Ronna McDaniel, the Chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, expressed her enthusiasm about Houston being chosen as the host city. She attributed this early decision to a smart business move made by the RNC last spring. This forward-thinking strategy allowed them to select the next convention city earlier than ever before. McDaniel confidently stated, “We are looking forward to seeing Houston shine in the spotlight come 2028.”
Houston’s selection as the convention site marks a departure from recent locations. The 2024 convention is set to take place in Milwaukee, while in 2016, Cleveland proudly hosted the event. It’s interesting to note that both Wisconsin and Ohio are considered battleground states, crucial in presidential and congressional elections. In comparison, Texas is known for its reliable Republican support.
Houston emerged as the winner among four other contenders, including our fellow Texan rival Dallas. Miami, Nashville, and Jacksonville in Florida were also under consideration, but Houston ultimately stole the show. This victory is a testament to the appeal and capabilities of our city.
So mark your calendars, Houstonians, because in 2028, our city will be at the center stage of American politics. With its diverse and vibrant culture, along with its reputation as a business powerhouse, Houston is more than ready to welcome the Republican National Convention with open arms. The countdown has officially begun!
Wow, this is great news for Houston! Looking forward to all the excitement and events that the convention will bring.