Trump reiterates election fraud claims, targets China ahead of midterms

Donald Trump reignited his unsubstantiated claims of election fraud and foreign interference, with a particular focus on China, in a prime-time speech. He alleged that China illicitly acquired data from 220 million American voters, calling it the "vastest breach of election data in history." Beijing immediately rejected the accusations as "pure inventions."

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We cannot let another election be stolen.

Despite Trump's assertions of a "stolen" 2020 election, no evidence has emerged to support these claims. Over 60 legal actions have failed to prove widespread fraud, and recounts and Justice Department reviews have found no basis for his allegations. Analysts noted that much of Trump's speech recycled old information without new evidence, despite White House and Trump campaign promises of "shocking news."

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Over the course of several years, starting with the 2020 election cycle, the People's Republic of China has implemented what is believed to be the largest breach of election data in history.

Experts argue that even if China had obtained the voter data, it would not be sufficient to influence an election. David Becker, executive director of the Center for Election Innovation & Research, stated there was "absolutely nothing new" in Trump's speech and that data possession does not grant access to the electoral registry. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized the speech as a "pathetic attempt" to rig the midterm elections before a single vote is cast, dismissing Trump's proposed Save America Act as unlikely to pass Congress.

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