Major television networks ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox News were reportedly among those refusing to broadcast President Donald Trump’s speech.
A rumor circulating on social media suggested that these prominent networks would not carry the President’s address scheduled for that evening at the White House. This claim gained traction, with a Facebook post amplifying the rumor and including the logos of ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox News, CNN, and MSNBC. The post alleged that these networks had remained silent regarding their plans to air the speech, despite repeated press inquiries, and that their primetime schedules for the evening did not indicate any deviation for the President’s address. At the time of reporting, the TV listings for these channels indeed showed regular programming, with no mention of Trump’s speech.
However, these claims are currently unsubstantiated. There has been no official confirmation from any of the television networks or the White House regarding the decision to air or not air the speech. While news outlets like CNN reported on the White House’s announcement of the address, details about broadcast plans were not provided. Consequently, the assertion that no major network agreed to carry Trump’s address is unconfirmed.
The White House had announced via social media that President Trump would deliver a speech at 9 PM EST on July 16, focusing on “protecting the integrity of our elections.” Further details indicated that the speech would be accessible through the White House’s official social media channels, its YouTube channel, and its website. C-SPAN also announced plans to host a live stream of the event.
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