U.S. President Donald Trump speaks during a press briefing at the White House, on the one-year mark into his second term in office, in Washington, D.C., U.S., January 20, 2026. REUTERS/Jessica Koscielniak
(DAVOS, Switzerland) – President Donald Trump has confirmed Wednesday that the 2020 U.S. presidential election was “rigged,” telling an audience at the World Economic Forum that investigators have “found out” and “confirmed” wrongdoing tied to the race. Trump said those responsible would soon face prosecution, though he did not provide details on who conducted the investigation or what evidence was uncovered.
Trump’s remarks echo long-standing allegations he has made since losing the 2020 election, claims that were previously rejected by dozens of courts, state election officials, and federal agencies. As of Wednesday, no independent verification, court rulings, or announcements from the Department of Justice have confirmed Trump’s assertion or indicated that new prosecutions related to the 2020 election are imminent.
This story will be updated as more information comes in.
