Criticism draws, Trump says he will accept Republican nomination ‘live from the White House’

OSHKOSH, Wis. (Reuters) – US President Donald Trump on Monday said he would accept the Republican nomination for a second term during a live speech in the White House next week, and confirm plans that have drawn criticism from Democrats and even some fellow Republicans .

Trolling Democrat Joe Biden in a poll for the November vote, Trump told the New York Post last week that he would “likely” accept the Republican nomination from the White House lawn, calling it a “place” that makes me feel good. ‘

The coronavirus pandemic has forced both political parties to renew their national conventions. Rather than planning a face-to-face meeting for Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Democrats posted four nights of virtual speeches and events this week.

Trump spoke during a campaign swing by Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and criticized Trump for Democrats for recording some speeches.

“We’re giving a real speech on Thursday, next Thursday, so you’ll be listening live from the White House. We have enough to say, “Trump said. His speech is scheduled for the last day of next week’s Republican convention.

Democrats have accused Trump of politicizing the historic residency. Speaker Nancy Pelosi, the House of Representatives, said the country’s leading elected Democrat said Trump would “degrade” the White House again by using it for a political event.

Trump states that his plans will not violate the Hatch Act of 1939, which prohibits government officials from using official authority to intervene in the outcome of an election because it exempts the president.

But even if Trump were released, convention-related activities at the White House could still put other government officials at risk of breaking the law, legal experts say.

Trump’s busy campaign schedule this week represents a break from tradition. Candidates of one party normally restrict their activities during their convention week of their rivals.