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TV Networks Hesitate to Air Trump Speech Live Amid Election Security Concerns

Several major television networks are opting not to broadcast Donald Trump's upcoming prime-time speech live, citing concerns over potential misinformation regarding election security. While NBC News and ABC plan to offer coverage through their streaming services and secondary channels, the full extent of their network-level broadcast plans remains uncertain. The speech, which Trump has indicated will focus on "free and fair elections," presents a dilemma for broadcasters balancing the risk of airing potentially false claims against potential political backlash. AI

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TV Networks Hesitate to Air Trump Speech Live Amid Election Security Concerns

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