President Donald Trump is set to deliver a live primetime televised address from the White House on Thursday at 9 p.
m.
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ET, sparking speculation about major announcements on election security and the ongoing conflict with Iran, according to The Guardian.
Trump himself has teased significant updates without providing specific details. "It doesn't get bigger, because without free and fair elections, you don't have a country," he said.
The emphasis on voting comes as Trump continues to focus on the 2020 election results and pushes for the passage of the Save America Act.
He recently appointed ally Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence, who is believed to have compiled documents supporting claims of potential voting interference.
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The address also follows Trump's recent decisions to discard a ceasefire deal and order military strikes in Iran, which have affected commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz since February 28.
White House officials described the upcoming broadcast as a "potpourri" of topics.
Critics recall his previous controversial speeches, including an April 1 address where he issued severe warnings to Iran.
"We want to get into the rhythm of doing this," said an unnamed adviser from the Trump administration.
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Officials indicated the administration plans to use the formal primetime format more frequently to convey key policy messages in the future.
