Trump recorded "farewell speech"

CNN quoted an American official as saying that outgoing President Donald Trump recorded a "farewell speech" from the White House, on Monday, in which he talked about his list of achievements during the 4 years he spent in office.

The official said that Trump has enumerated the achievements that he believes should define his administration, and that the video is expected to be shown today, Tuesday, although the final timing for that is not specified.

The official pointed out that Trump, who has been out of sight for days, referred to the "new administration" in the recording, but it was not clear whether he had submitted a concession that he rejected for more than two months.

Another source said that President Trump's last days in the White House were limited to briefings from the US intelligence service about security threats regarding the inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden, National Security Council briefings, departure photos, and last-minute farewell to employees leaving.

When the president and first lady Melania Trump leave Washington on Wednesday morning, they will be accompanied by aides who will continue their role during the post-presidency in Palm Beach, the network said.

Among them is Nick Luna, Trump's personal attendant, and his wife Cassidy Dumpbold, who is currently working as a special assistant to the president, along with his current deputy Dan Scavino and possibly others.

CNN pointed out that it was not clear whether Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump would travel with the president on his last trip on Air Force One or travel to Florida separately.

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