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Trump repeats stolen-election claim; GOP calls speech stupid.

7/18/2026

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President Donald Trump gave a speech repeating claims the 2020 election was stolen and machines were compromised.
A Republican pollster called the address “stupid” and said voters rolled their eyes.
White House officials feared the remarks would appear extreme and urged aides to push a serious tone.
Republican lawyer Ben Ginsberg told CNN no evidence exists of incorrect election and warned the speech could alienate undecided voters in Dallas.

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Story summary

President Donald Trump gave a speech repeating claims the 2020 election was stolen and machines were compromised.
A Republican pollster called the address “stupid” and said voters rolled their eyes.
White House officials feared the remarks would appear extreme and urged aides to push a serious tone.
Republican lawyer Ben Ginsberg told CNN no evidence exists of incorrect election and warned the speech could alienate undecided voters in Dallas.