Fact-Check Summary A review of the claim that a once-secret report confirms U.S. intelligence used the Steele Dossier to push the narrative that Vladimir Putin helped Donald Trump win the 2016 election finds it is supported by multiple credible sources. Recently declassified reports from both the House Intelligence Committee and the CIA reveal that the […]

Fact-Check Summary The TruthSocial post asserts that tariffs will only be lowered if countries open their markets, claims Japan’s markets are open for the first time ever, and predicts a boom for US businesses as a result. Fact-checking reveals: it is accurate that President Trump has stated he will only lower tariffs in exchange for

Fact-Check Summary Donald Trump’s Truth Social post claims he will “give up tariff points” if other countries open their markets to the US, asserting that tariffs are essential leverage for obtaining zero tariffs on American exports. However, available evidence and recent trade history contradict this narrative. Tariffs are taxes paid by US importers, not foreign

Fact-Check Summary The TruthSocial post claims that Indonesia has agreed “for the first time ever to COMPLETELY OPEN ITS MARKET TO THE USA” and that Japan has done likewise. The statement is only partially accurate. While the recent Indonesia-U.S. agreement eliminates 99% of tariff barriers for American exports, it does not constitute complete or unconditional

Fact-Check Summary The TruthSocial post by Donald Trump claims that Japan is, for the first time ever, opening its markets to U.S. products, including cars, trucks, agriculture, and rice—mentioning complete market access and a $550 billion investment with the U.S. purportedly receiving 90% of profits. The claim also states Japan has agreed to purchase billions

Fact-Check Summary The TruthSocial post claims that Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s refusal to lower interest rates is causing housing market stagnation, harming families, and costing the country $1 trillion annually in excess national debt service. Fact-checking with current Federal Reserve policy statements, housing indicators, and federal budget data shows that high interest rates do

Fact-Check Summary Donald Trump’s July 2025 Truth Social post claims he signed the “largest TRADE DEAL in history” with Japan, promising billions in investments, significant U.S. profit and sweeping economic benefits. A detailed comparison to prior trade agreements, including the EU-Japan Economic Partnership and the Trans-Pacific Partnership, reveals that Trump’s deal is not the largest

Fact-Check Summary Donald Trump announced a trade deal with Japan, claiming a $550 billion Japanese investment in the U.S., 90% of profits going to the U.S., 15% reciprocal tariffs, and expanded access for U.S. cars and agricultural products in Japan. However, no official agreement text or term sheet accompanied the announcement, with multiple credible outlets

Fact-Check Summary A recent social media post attributed to President Donald Trump claims he is granting $117 million to West Virginia for tornado and flood relief following severe weather in June. Thorough investigation of available records and credible sources shows that, while West Virginia experienced significant flooding in June 2025 and its governor requested federal

Fact-Check Summary The post claims that Donald Trump approved $151 million for severe flooding and tornado relief in Indiana in early spring, working alongside Governor Mike Braun. A thorough review of official records reveals that while Governor Braun did request federal assistance following severe storms and tornadoes in March and April 2025, there is no