Trump to Visit Washington After a Year and a Half... Presidential Run Announcement Imminent

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[Asia Economy New York=Special Correspondent Joselgina] Former U.S. President Donald Trump is set to visit Washington DC for the first time in about a year and a half.

The online media Axios reported on the 14th (local time) that former President Trump will give a speech at the "America First Policy Institute" event held in Washington on the 26th. The America First Policy Institute is a research institute formed mainly by close aides of former President Trump.

This will be former President Trump's first visit to the capital, Washington DC, since leaving office. Notably, amid recent revelations at the public hearings related to the January 6th Capitol riot by his supporters last year, his appearance at a political event is drawing attention.

At this event, former President Trump is expected to respond to the testimonies given at the hearings. Additionally, he is anticipated to mention his 2024 presidential election candidacy.

Locally, there is speculation that former President Trump, cornered by the recent hearings, may accelerate his political activities and bring forward the timing of his next presidential bid announcement. It is said that he has revised his strategy to declare his candidacy early and then engage in aggressive public opinion campaigns. The Washington Post (WP) reported, "Former President Trump is considering officially announcing his presidential candidacy in September or earlier."

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