Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) called on media organizations to exercise caution in their coverage of President Donald Trump’s scheduled speech on election integrity set for Thursday, July 16, 2026. Speaking to journalist Pablo Manríquez in a clip posted on the social platform X on Tuesday, July 15, Ocasio-Cortez emphasized that the media should avoid "contributing to any platforming of lies about our election."

She noted that many news outlets may receive such content but urged restraint to prevent spreading misinformation. The remarks come as Trump prepares to address concerns about the integrity of recent elections.

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