August 2025

Join ICE, Get Your Loans Forgiven?

Fact-Check Summary The meme claims that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is offering up to $50,000 in signing bonuses and student loan forgiveness as part of a new recruitment initiative, and criticizes this as hypocritical in light of broader federal student loan policies. This fact-check confirms that the ICE recruitment campaign, launched in mid-2025, indeed […]

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“BREAKING Judge orders Trump to shut down construction of Alligator Alcatraz detention camp in Florida”

Fact-Check Summary The claim that a judge ordered Trump to “shut down construction” of the Alligator Alcatraz detention camp in Florida is misleading. While it is true that U.S. District Judge Kathleen Mary Williams issued a temporary restraining order halting further construction at the facility, this order is limited: it is a 14-day pause on

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“On Monday a Press Conference will be held at the White House which will, essentially, stop violent crime in Washington, D.C. It has become one of the most dangerous cities anywhere in the World. It will soon be one of the safest!!! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DJT” @realDonaldTrump

Fact-Check Summary The Truth Social post by President Trump claims that an upcoming White House press conference will “essentially stop violent crime in Washington DC,” characterizes the city as “one of the most dangerous in the world,” and promises imminent transformation to “one of the safest.” Available evidence confirms that Trump made such a statement

“On Monday a Press Conference will be held at the White House which will, essentially, stop violent crime in Washington, D.C. It has become one of the most dangerous cities anywhere in the World. It will soon be one of the safest!!! Thank you for your attention to this matter. President DJT” @realDonaldTrump Read More »

“As President, my highest aspiration is to bring PEACE and STABILITY to the WORLD.” @realDonaldTrump

Fact-Check Summary The claim that Donald Trump posted: “As President my highest aspiration is to bring PEACE and STABILITY to the WORLD” is accurate. Multiple independent and international news sources confirm that these remarks were made by President Trump during the White House peace agreement ceremony between Armenia and Azerbaijan on August 8, 2025. The

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“One thing I never doubted before was that a majority of people in the USA disliked bullies and people who lie and cheat Apparently that is now being put to the test You cannot read credible news reporting without wondering if we are a nation that accepts bulling lying and cheating What brings this to attention is the firing of the Bureau of Labor Statistics Erika McEntarfer because Trump did not like the revised and current numbers reported that suggest a serious decline one indicative of a looming recession Anyone who follows statistics from BLS and ADP was not surprised as weakness in hiring has been evident for months Just read the headlines on layoffs But the BLS incident is only another example of an administration that wants to rewrite history for its own political benefit The Smithsonian deletion of Trumps impeachment the publishing of climate denial policy by cherry picked academics without peer review the secrecy around Epstein files and the compromising of a juryconvicted sex trafficker the pardons of real criminals and deportations without due process of noncriminals that is destroying the trust in law enforcement The weaponization of DOJ FBI and National Intelligence against political opponents the war against first amendment the Big ugly bill that punishes those struggling in poverty the increased pressure on those with student loans and threats to vulnerable people with cuts in health care and social services Then there is the gutting of Public Education PBS NPR Voice of America The attack on private institutions that are not aligned with the administrations objectives Universities Media anyone not aligned with Trump or right wing agenda the gerrymandering methods to skew elections None of these things would be supported by a majority of Americans in the past Any other administration would be held foot to fire for these dishonorable attempts to rewrite history and stifle dissent Yet here we are with people we know defending it People who would not tolerate lying cheating and bullying by friends and family but accept it when their Party is in power For many of us there is an aversion to conflict many of us prefer polite withdrawal rather than risk conflict when faced with situations that confront lying cheating and bullying Collectively we are by and large a mind your own business people We trust that our leaders will not destroy the foundation principles that made us a great nation We trust that they are not lying cheating and bullying their way to absolute power and control over our lives The true character of our nation is now being tested How we respond in the coming months will define us to the world to the annuls of history Either we are a people of integrity honesty and fair play or we are exactly what Trump represents a greedy narcissistic people with a me first mindset the kind of people we would not have as a friend”

Fact-Check Summary The original post details a range of serious allegations against the Trump administration, including the politicization of federal data, attacks on press and education institutions, judicial weaponization, gerrymandering, and undermining democratic norms. Core factual elements—such as the firing of Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner Erika McEntarfer due to unfavorable economic data and attempts

“One thing I never doubted before was that a majority of people in the USA disliked bullies and people who lie and cheat Apparently that is now being put to the test You cannot read credible news reporting without wondering if we are a nation that accepts bulling lying and cheating What brings this to attention is the firing of the Bureau of Labor Statistics Erika McEntarfer because Trump did not like the revised and current numbers reported that suggest a serious decline one indicative of a looming recession Anyone who follows statistics from BLS and ADP was not surprised as weakness in hiring has been evident for months Just read the headlines on layoffs But the BLS incident is only another example of an administration that wants to rewrite history for its own political benefit The Smithsonian deletion of Trumps impeachment the publishing of climate denial policy by cherry picked academics without peer review the secrecy around Epstein files and the compromising of a juryconvicted sex trafficker the pardons of real criminals and deportations without due process of noncriminals that is destroying the trust in law enforcement The weaponization of DOJ FBI and National Intelligence against political opponents the war against first amendment the Big ugly bill that punishes those struggling in poverty the increased pressure on those with student loans and threats to vulnerable people with cuts in health care and social services Then there is the gutting of Public Education PBS NPR Voice of America The attack on private institutions that are not aligned with the administrations objectives Universities Media anyone not aligned with Trump or right wing agenda the gerrymandering methods to skew elections None of these things would be supported by a majority of Americans in the past Any other administration would be held foot to fire for these dishonorable attempts to rewrite history and stifle dissent Yet here we are with people we know defending it People who would not tolerate lying cheating and bullying by friends and family but accept it when their Party is in power For many of us there is an aversion to conflict many of us prefer polite withdrawal rather than risk conflict when faced with situations that confront lying cheating and bullying Collectively we are by and large a mind your own business people We trust that our leaders will not destroy the foundation principles that made us a great nation We trust that they are not lying cheating and bullying their way to absolute power and control over our lives The true character of our nation is now being tested How we respond in the coming months will define us to the world to the annuls of history Either we are a people of integrity honesty and fair play or we are exactly what Trump represents a greedy narcissistic people with a me first mindset the kind of people we would not have as a friend” Read More »

“STRONGER THAN EVER!!!” @realDonaldTrump

Fact-Check Summary The phrase “AND STRONGER THAN EVER,” associated with a partial Truth Social URL for Donald Trump, is highly consistent with verified posts made by Trump in August 2025. Multiple reputable sources document Trump using nearly identical language, particularly after a stock market rally, celebrating America’s economic strength and recovery. The rhetorical style, capitalization,

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“Actually, 300 BILLION DOLLARS!” @realDonaldTrump

Fact-Check Summary The Truth Social post stating “Actually 300 BILLION DOLLARS” is ambiguous but likely references recent claims concerning U.S. tariff revenues or foreign investment figures. The most substantiated $300 billion figure is a projection from the U.S. Treasury Secretary that tariff revenues could reach $300 billion by year-end 2025, supported by current collection rates

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“Every Purple Heart tells a story of courage, sacrifice, and purpose. It speaks of a price paid for the soldier beside you, the country behind you, and the generations of Americans yet to come…” @realDonaldTrump

Fact-Check Summary The statement, “Every Purple Heart tells a story of courage, sacrifice and purpose. It speaks of a price paid for the soldier beside you, the country behind you, and the generations of Americans yet to come,” is accurately attributed to President Donald Trump. Multiple verified sources confirm he delivered these remarks during an

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“Its a truly historic day…These two countries have been in some form of conflict…for over 35 years. This is yet another example President Trumps effective leadership.” @realDonaldTrump

Fact-Check Summary The Truth Social post claims that the recent Armenia-Azerbaijan agreement is a “truly historic day,” that the two countries have been in some form of conflict for over 35 years, and that this is “yet another example of President Trump’s effective leadership.” Each of these main factual claims is supported by credible sources.

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“President Trumps tariffs are WORKING — $152 BILLION collected since January!” @realDonaldTrump

Fact-Check Summary The post claims President Trump’s tariffs are “working” because $152 billion in revenue has been collected since January. This revenue figure is accurate and supported by multiple sources, including recent Treasury Department data. However, the post’s assertion that collection alone proves the tariffs “work” is misleading and omits essential context regarding economic impact

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