America Now - July 17, 10 PM EST
Published 18 Jul, 2026 21:27Trump speech reaction: Mainstream media refuse to televise Trump’s speech on election fraud and intelligence agencies’ cover-up.
President Trump is calling it the most important speech of his presidency. A prime-time address, a promised “big reveal,” and a new push to convince Americans that foreign actors targeted the 2020 election. But the real story isn’t just about what Trump said. It’s about how the country is responding. America Now’s Olivia Flynn speaks with Bobby Sausalito, comedian and political commentator about the fallout and where we go next. Plus, the war with Iran has escalated to a new level as strikes pick up pace from both sides. Iran launched more missiles at US targets across the gulf overnight, in retaliation for US strikes inside Iran. And a government shake-up in Ukraine: Vladimir Zelensky appoints a new acting defense minister.