Press secretary briefs reporters Tuesday

White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany announced she would conduct a daily briefing at 10 a.m. (White House/YouTube)

In this May 1, 2020 file photo, White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany speaks during her first press briefing at the White House in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

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December 15, 2020 - 10:06 am

Updated December 15, 2020 - 10:36 am

WASHINGTON — A day after the Electoral College certified President-elect Joe Biden’s victory, White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany held a daily briefing at 10 a.m.

President Donald Trump has not spoken publicly since the race was declared Biden the victor and Biden delivered a victory speech of sorts from Wilmington, Delaware. After midnight, however, Trump did post a series of tweets about what he maintains was a fraudulent vote.

By Tuesday, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell congratulated Biden on his victory.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Contact Debra J. Saunders at dsaunders@reviewjournal.com or 202-662-7391. Follow @DebraJSaunders on Twitter.

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