President Donald Trump addressed the nation on July 16, 2026, discussing election security and announcing the declassification of intelligence related to vulnerabilities in U.S. elections. During his speech, Trump stated that the information had been previously concealed and emphasized its significance regarding hacking and foreign interference. The documents, which were posted on the White House website, were compiled by the White House Government Transparency Taskforce and reviewed by intelligence agency chiefs.
Trump highlighted concerns about electronic voting systems and alleged foreign exploitation of American voter data, particularly by China. He claimed that China had acquired personal information about American voters, including names and political affiliations. Trump also alleged that reports from the CIA and NSA regarding Chinese interference were omitted from his presidential briefings and that Congress had not been informed.
He called for an investigation by the director of national intelligence, the Department of Justice, the FBI, and the CIA, urging that those responsible for withholding information should face consequences.