Republicans convened in Dallas for their first-ever convention held in the middle of a U.S. presidential term, an event designed to boost enthusiasm among supporters. Former President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance were among the speakers addressing the party faithful.
The two-day gathering, which concluded Sunday, aimed to mobilize the Republican base and set the stage for upcoming electoral contests. Protesters demonstrated outside the convention venue.
BBC North America editor Sarah Smith reported on the key takeaways from the event, focusing on the party's strategy to energize voters during a non-presidential election year.