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Trump Regrets Not Using National Guard Post-Election

1/12/2026

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  • U.S. President Donald Trump expressed regret for not ordering the National Guard to seize voting machines after the 2020 election.
  • Trump questioned the Guard's ability to execute such an order effectively.
  • Trump has long claimed he was cheated in the election, despite a lack of evidence.
  • His comments revived discussions about a December 2020 plan to use military force to investigate alleged fraud, while experts say 2020 election was secure.