President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver a prime-time address on Thursday focused on election security. The speech comes as Republican candidates prepare for the November midterm elections. White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt stated the announcement would concern election integrity and be supported by evidence.
The White House has recently reviewed intelligence gathered between 2017 and 2021 regarding China's intentions toward U.S. elections. Sources told Reuters that this intelligence did not show that Beijing manipulated or changed any votes. A task force led by John Solomon reviewed these documents to determine if sensitive information should be disclosed during the president's remarks.
Democratic lawmakers on the House Intelligence Committee sent a letter to intelligence agencies warning against the use of classified information to support claims regarding election security. Meanwhile, some Republican leaders, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune, indicated they are focused on the upcoming 2026 cycle rather than past election results.
The president has recently advocated for the SAVE America Act, which would require proof of citizenship for voter registration. Supporters say the bill is necessary for security, while critics argue it could suppress legitimate votes. Major television networks have not yet confirmed if they will broadcast the address live.