Republican committee members are calling it a "smart business decision," and expect more than 50,000 people to attend, bringing in an estimated $200 million to the city's economy.The 2028 Republican National Convention will be held in Houston after committee members voted and selected us as the host city.
What is the RNC? The party nominating conventions historically have marked the start of fall general election campaigns. During a normal year, party members converge in one city, holding meetings during the day with delegates gathering for several hours each night to listen to speeches. The committee says it expects 50,000 people to attend the event and that the RNC will have a $200 million impact on the Houston economy.