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Trump to Address Nation on Election Integrity in Primetime Speech

KVIA•Friday, July 17, 2026 at 12:25 AM•ABC News

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Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver a primetime speech on Thursday at 9 p.m., focusing on claims of election fraud related to the 2020 presidential election. This address comes after he received information from the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has indicated that Trump will discuss the importance of protecting election integrity, while Democrats have criticized the speech as a continuation of Trump's grievances. Despite ongoing claims of widespread voter fraud, officials have found no substantial evidence to support these allegations. Viewers are encouraged to tune in for what Trump describes as 'big news' regarding free and fair elections.

Key Details: • Trump's speech is scheduled for Thursday at 9 p.m. • White House Press Secretary urges the public to listen for transparency and integrity. • Democrats, including Sen. John Ossoff, have preemptively criticized the speech. • No evidence of widespread voter fraud has been found by officials.

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