Donald Trump Addresses Nation Ahead of Midterm Elections

Donald Trump delivered a 27-minute address from the White House on July 17, 2026, marking his first major speech prior to the upcoming US midterm elections. During the broadcast, the president reiterated unsubstantiated claims regarding the 2020 election and the influence of a deep state within the United States.

Three major American television channels refused to broadcast the speech live, citing concerns over misinformation. The address serves as an effort to energize a conservative coalition at a time when Trump faces a 40 percent approval rating, declining consumer confidence, and a weak jobs market.

The November elections will determine if the Republican Party retains its narrow majorities in the House and Senate. A victory for the Democratic Party in either chamber could trigger investigations into the White House and block the president's ability to appoint cabinet secretaries and federal judges.