President Trump is scheduled to deliver a prime-time address from the White House on Thursday evening, promising what he described as one of the most significant speeches of his presidency.
The remarks are set to begin at 9 p.m. ET and are expected to center on free and fair elections, though the administration has revealed few specifics about the content.
The president has characterized the upcoming announcement as "really big news," stating that without free and fair elections, the country cannot function.
While election integrity is expected to be a focal point, a senior adviser indicated the speech will cover multiple topics, including Iran, which the president has expressed a desire to address.
The address follows a period of escalating foreign policy tension. Negotiations over an Iran memorandum collapsed, and the United States resumed strikes on Iranian targets.
U.S. forces launched another round of attacks on Iran on Wednesday morning, marking the fifth consecutive day of military action against the country.
In response, Iran has carried out multiple attacks on U.S. allies in the Middle East, including Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan.
On Tuesday afternoon, U.S. forces also reinstated a naval blockade on Iran.
The conflict has contributed to volatility in energy markets. Gas prices initially surged, then declined in June as crude oil fell to roughly $69 per barrel before climbing again to nearly $80 on Monday.
Domestically, the president has intensified efforts to advance the SAVE America Act, legislation that would establish voter ID requirements and citizenship verification.
Republicans contend the measure is essential to securing the integrity of U.S. elections, a priority the president has emphasized ahead of Thursday's speech.
