Trump Implores GOP to 'Pretend' He's on November Ballot at First Night of Midterm Convention Donald Trump's comments at the first night of the midterm convention have sparked intense scrutiny and debate among Republican Party leaders and pundits.
In a remarkable display of defiance, Trump urged his party to "pretend" he was still on the November ballot. The implications of appearing on the ballot are significant.
By claiming to be in contention for the presidency, Trump risks blurring the lines between his personal campaign and that of the party as a whole.