Trump cancels press conference on election fraud claims, citing attorneys’ advice

Former President Donald Trump has called off a planned press conference, where he was expected to present what he described as new proof of fraud in Georgia’s 2020 presidential election. However, no evidence of fraud has ever been confirmed. Trump cited the counsel of his legal team for the cancellation, as he is currently preparing to defend himself in two criminal trials arising from his false claims about the election.

In the two-and-a-half years since the Georgia election, there has been no convincing evidence to support the widespread fraud allegations made by Trump. State Republican officials have consistently maintained that Trump lost fairly, and three recounts within the state reaffirmed President Joe Biden’s victory.

Trump’s sudden change of plans was announced on his social media platform on Thursday. He stated that instead of making public the “Irrefutable & Overwhelming evidence of Election Fraud & Irregularities” on Monday, his lawyers recommended submitting the evidence in legal filings as they battle to dismiss the “disgraceful” indictment against him.

Trump’s initial plan was to use a major press conference at his golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey, to release an almost-complete report that he said would vindicate him. This comes after he was charged late Monday in Georgia for allegedly participating in a vast conspiracy to unlawfully overturn the 2020 election and hinder the smooth transition of power.

The accusations of election fraud have been universally dismissed, including by federal and state election officials, Trump’s own attorney general, and even judges appointed by Trump himself. Three recounts in Georgia have each confirmed his defeat to Biden.

Trump’s advisers have encouraged him to concentrate on his future plans instead of constantly revisiting the 2020 election as he campaigns for re-election. While his claims energize his core supporters, they may alienate moderate and independent voters. Even some of Trump’s loyal supporters have expressed a desire to move on.

The legal battles have escalated the situation, prompting a federal judge to warn Trump about making public statements that could affect the integrity of the case. She stated that she would take necessary measures to preserve the case’s integrity.

Despite the legal challenges, Trump continues to see the cases in Georgia and Washington as a chance to revisit his unfounded claims. His renewed assault on Georgia’s election was quickly criticized by Republican Gov. Brian Kemp and former Vice President Mike Pence. Both reiterated that the Georgia election was conducted fairly.

Trump, the first U.S. former president to be indicted, faces additional criminal charges in Florida and New York related to his handling of classified information and alleged attempts to obstruct investigations, as well as hush money payments made during his 2016 campaign.

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