Fact-Check Summary The meme about Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” (BBB) makes several verifiable claims: that the bill would enact large fiscal transfers from poor to rich Americans, break Trump’s stated campaign promises, and enjoys very low public approval. Each of these assertions is supported by multiple independent sources, including Congressional Budget Office (CBO) analyses, economic […]
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Fact-Check Summary Senator Chris Murphy’s critique of Thomas Fugate’s appointment to lead terrorism prevention at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is accurate and corroborated by multiple reputable sources. Fugate is indeed 22 years old, his recent professional background involves landscaping work and a grocery clerk position, and he lacks counterterrorism experience. He secured the
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Fact-Check Summary The Truth Social post thanks artist Vanessa Horabuena and the “incredible people of Colorado,” stating her work is now on display at the Colorado State Capitol. Fact-checking reveals that indeed, Horabuena painted a new portrait of Donald Trump, which is now temporarily installed in the Capitol, replacing a previous work. The painting was
Fact-Check Summary The social media post claims that President Biden’s so-called “open border policy” has fostered violence and criminality, prompting former President Trump to propose renovating and reopening Alcatraz prison as a symbol of fighting back. According to available data, while border encounters have undoubtedly increased over the past few years, peer-reviewed research and law
Fact-Check Summary Donald Trump’s announcement about his July 3, 2025, event in Iowa accurately lists the date, location, and purpose, confirmed by independent sources and the official America250 calendar. His statement that Iowa voted for him three times is correct: Trump won the state’s electoral votes in 2016, 2020, and 2024. The post’s comments about
Fact-Check Summary President Trump’s post on the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) asserts permanent tax cuts, higher wages, secure borders, a bolstered military, and the protection of major social programs without any cuts. A detailed review of independent and nonpartisan sources finds some elements accurate but many claims are misleading or exaggerated. The bill does
Fact-Check Summary The claim that a room erupted with applause the moment President Trump learned the OBB (One Big Beautiful Bill) had passed the Senate is supported by multiple independent news sources. The Senate indeed passed the OBB on July 1, 2025, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote. During a roundtable discussion
Fact-Check Summary The social media post accurately reports that there was a vigorous round of applause when President Trump was informed about the Senate passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), as captured by Real America’s Voice reporter Brian Glenn. The Senate vote was decided by Vice President JD Vance’s tie-breaking ballot in
Fact-Check Summary Donald Trump claimed on social media that “Anybody I Endorse beats Thomas Massie of Kentucky by 25 points.” Extensive reporting confirms that a poll conducted by Trump’s pollster, John McLaughlin, shows a hypothetical Trump-endorsed candidate leading Rep. Massie by 29 points (52% to 23%) among GOP primary voters. The poll is real and
Fact-Check Summary The TruthSocial post claims that the “One Big Beautiful Bill” slashes deficits and national debt while unleashing economic growth. Independent evaluation of Congressional Budget Office (CBO), Tax Policy Center (TPC), and other nonpartisan reports clearly indicates these claims are misleading. The evidence consistently shows that, rather than reducing deficits and the national debt,