Fact-checking Trump & Putin's claims on Ukraine, Russia's interference in US elections, and the ongoing conflict. Examining claims about Ukraine aid and the 2016 election 'Russia hoax'.
Fact-checking Trump's claims of rising crime in Washington D.C., including murder rates and federal intervention. Data shows a decrease in violent crime since 2023, despite Trump's assertions. Focus on carjackings and historical context.
Trump appears to be using remodeling costs as a reason to oust Fed Chair Powell, sparking debate over Fed independence and political influence on monetary policy. Legal challenges and fraud accusations complicate the situation.
Trump questioned China's wind farm presence despite being a component supplier. Data reveals China leads in wind power capacity, surpassing the US significantly. Trump's policies cut renewable energy incentives.
During COVID-19, Trump invoked Title 42, restricting entry based on contagious disease concerns. He also restricted entry from countries like Afghanistan, Haiti, and Iran. Claims of a complete border shutdown were rated False.
An ad claims a tax cut for Social Security recipients, but not all beneficiaries qualify. The proposed bill mainly targets those 65+, raising questions about its broad impact and misleading claims. Byrd rule involved.
Los Angeles protests led to National Guard deployment. Trump's action faced criticism. Timeline details initial media reports, official statements & troop arrival. Violence & unrest reported.
Gavin Newsom posted photos online claiming to show mistreatment of troops sent to LA by Trump. The photos actually depict soldiers in Kabul during Biden's Afghanistan withdrawal in 2021, not current conditions.
Fact check: Claims that a bill allows Trump to cancel elections are false. It concerns security bonds and judicial power, not presidential election authority.
The Digital Equity Act aims to expand broadband access to underserved groups. Trump opposed it, calling it "woke", but states rely on it. It targets low-income, elderly, rural, and minority groups.
Experts cast doubt on Trump invoking the Insurrection Act for martial law at the border. The Act allows military intervention in emergencies, but doesn't equate to martial law, historically reserved for active war zones.
Biden and Trump spar over Social Security's future, staffing, and potential benefit disruptions. Fact-checking reveals misleading claims and concerns about SSA's ability to function effectively.
Trump and his family launched meme coins ($Trump, $Melania), raising legality questions about campaign finance, foreign influence, and conflicts of interest. Experts note volatility and potential for abuse.
Musk ā who is spearheading the Trump administrationās budget-slashing efforts including sweeping Education Department cuts ā amplified an Amuse account post March 17 that criticized American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingartenās work and salary.
"There appear to be few practical or legal barriers to Trump making good on his campaign promise," concluded trade specialists Warren Maruyama, Lyric Galvin and William A. Reinsch with the Center for Strategic and International Studies, a think tank focusing on national security.
āAs part of my plan to secure the border, on Day One of my new term in office, I will sign an executive order making clear to federal agencies that under the correct interpretation of the law, going forward, the future children of illegal aliens will not receive automatic U.S. citizenship,ā Trump said in the video.
Epstein attended parties at Mar-a-Lago, Trumpās private club in Palm Beach, and the two were photographed together in social settings multiple times.
