Trump advisers reportedly tried to dissuade him from primetime address

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21 Jul 2026 • 2:50 AM MYT
The Independent
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Trump advisers reportedly tried to dissuade him from primetime address

  • President Donald Trump delivered a primetime address last week, accusing China of interfering in the 2020 election to ensure his defeat.
  • Advisers attempted to dissuade Trump from giving the speech, but he proceeded despite their efforts, The Washington Post reports.
  • Many Republican operatives and strategists expressed concerns, stating that voters are not interested in revisiting 2020 election grievances.
  • GOP strategists urged Trump to focus on issues like the economy and affordability, which they believe are more relevant to voters.
  • The address was intended to pressure Republicans into passing the SAVE Act, a bill requiring specific documentation for voting, which currently lacks sufficient Senate support.

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