US President Donald Trump has used a nationwide address to revive claims the 2020 election was stolen, despite declassified documents refuting these assertions.Critics argue his focus is not on proving fraud but undermining confidence in November's Congressional elections.The article highlights how Trump's allegations lack credible evidence, with over 60 courts dismissing claims of widespread voter fraud.

Investigations by US intelligence agencies and state audits have confirmed election integrity, yet Trump persists in spreading conspiracy theories about foreign interference and non-citizen voting.His push for the SAVE America Act could disenfranchise vulnerable voters through strict ID requirements.The piece warns that leaders' rhetoric about fraud can erode public trust more than actual incidents, posing risks to democratic processes.

With Trump's actions including sidelining election oversight bodies, the article underscores concerns about delegitimizing upcoming elections and the potential impact on voter turnout.