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Trump to speak on elections in primetime address after pushing debunked conspiracies
By Collin Binkley and Bill Barrow | The Associated Press at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 14, 2026
· 5 min read
President Donald Trump will deliver a primetime address this week that he says will include a focus on elections, suggesting he could revisit long-debunked conspiracy theories about his 2020 defeat to Democrat Joe Biden. The speech comes as he’s escalated calls for Republicans to pass tighter fed...
Key takeaway The Republican president has been guarded about what he plans to say in the 9 p.
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In Los Angeles , where voters have consistently leaned Democratic, the prospect of tighter federal voting rules could have significant implications for the city's electorate. With a large and diverse population, Los Angeles has often been at the forefront of voting rights issues, and any changes to federal voting laws could impact the city's ability to conduct elections. Additionally, the city's experience with voter suppression and disenfranchisement makes it a crucial testing ground for the effectiveness of any new voting rules. As Trump prepares to deliver his primetime address, Angelenos will be watching closely to see how his proposals might affect their ability to participate in the democratic process, particularly in the upcoming midterm elections. The city's voters will be looking for clarity on how these changes might impact their voting experience, and local election officials will be preparing for any potential changes to the electoral landscape.
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Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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