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LIVE BLOG: President Donald Trump speaks at police event in Orlando

President Donald Trump last visited Orlando in March 2017.

ORLANDO, Fla. -- President Donald Trump will visit the Orlando area on Monday afternoon to speak at the annual convention of the International Association of Chiefs of Police.

As an official presidential visit and not a campaign rally, his speech will not be open to the public.

Florida Gov. Rick Scott will also be attending in an official capacity.

"As the largest gathering of police leaders, the president will speak about the work of the Administration to protect American communities by restoring law and order, supporting local law enforcement, and securing the border," White House Press Secretary Sarah Sanders said.

President Trump has been a frequent visitor to Central Florida. He last visited Orlando in March 2017.

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1:40 p.m. -- President Trump is introduced and begins his speech

1:30 p.m. -- President Trump is backstage and preparing to speak

10News Reporter Beau Zimmer is in the media area at the Orange County Convention Center. Florida Gov. Rick Scott has arrived, as well as President Donald Trump.

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7 a.m. -- Preparations are underway at the Orange County Convention Center

Final preparations get underway at the Orange County Convention Center. President Trump won't be there for hours. But, last-minute security checks need to happen hours in advance.

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