Trump’s 13-Post Attack on Florida Rep. Salazar

Donald Trump launched a social media tirade against Rep. María Elvira Salazar from Florida, who criticized his immigration policies. Salazar, once a supporter of Trump, expressed that the president’s aggressive deportations were excessive, causing discontent among Hispanic voters who supported him. Trump’s barrage of 13 posts included derogatory remarks shared by X users, suggesting she be challenged in a primary or questioning her motives.

One user’s post shared by Trump demanded to know who paid Salazar for her comments, with another labeling her a “backstabber.” Trump further promoted calls for withdrawing his endorsement of Salazar, reflecting his typical pattern of attacking dissenters while energizing his base.

Political commentator Ana Navarro noted that Salazar’s public break with Trump appeared to be a strategic move amidst a competitive race, seeking to draw voter attention and potentially gain traction in the polls. The unexpected shift spurred discussions and evaluations of Salazar’s political stance.

Trump’s actions further highlight his authoritarian tendencies, resorting to inciting online harassment against those who oppose him. His weaponization of social media continues to undermine political opponents and cater to a faction of fervent supporters.

This incident exemplifies Trump’s inclination toward unchecked power and attempts to consolidate loyalty amongst Republicans, using intimidation tactics reminiscent of the authoritarian leaders he admires.



(Source: https://www.rawstory.com/trump-2677946275/)

Trump Scraps Biden’s Fuel Efficiency Rules

President Donald Trump announced new fuel economy standards, claiming they “terminate” the previous guidelines set by former President Joe Biden and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. Trump criticized the prior standards for imposing costs on American auto manufacturers and forcing consumers into buying electric vehicles they “never wanted.”

Trump celebrated the announcement on Truth Social, taking the opportunity to mock Buttigieg’s name. He asserted that the changes would lead to lower car prices, attracting investment from major auto companies such as General Motors and Ford. According to Trump, these reforms would result in the return of manufacturing plants and jobs to the U.S., particularly benefiting states like Michigan and Ohio.

The updated standards mandate a reduction in the CAFE (Corporate Average Fuel Economy) target to 34.5 MPG for cars manufactured by 2031, down from the 50.4 MPG set by Biden’s administration. Trump’s administration justifies this adjustment as a move to produce vehicles that suit American consumers’ preferences rather than those dictated by Democratic policies.

This decision continues Trump’s longstanding opposition to Biden’s push for increased electric vehicle production, which he has previously criticized as detrimental to the auto industry. Trump’s announcement was accompanied by his participation in a college football game, where he further raised his profile among his supporters.

Trump’s approach aligns with his broader agenda to claim success in reshaping American manufacturing policy and promoting nationalist economic policies. As with other aspects of his administration, such actions reflect his intent to consolidate power and minimize regulatory measures championed by his political opponents.

A report later revealed that during an April 2024 dinner at Mar-a-Lago, Trump solicited $1 billion from top fossil fuel executives in exchange for promises to undo environmental regulations. This alleged “pay-for-play” arrangement was criticized by lawmakers and detailed in a congressional oversight report, pointing to significant regulatory rollbacks enjoyed by the oil industry following the donation request.



(Source: https://www.mediaite.com/politics/trump-celebrates-new-fuel-economy-standards-which-terminate-biden-and-pete-boot-edge-edges-ridiculous-rules/)

Trump Silences Reporter, Contradicts Press Freedom Claims

President Donald Trump once again showed his hostility towards the press during an incident with MS NOW reporter Akayla Gardner. During a tense exchange, Trump criticized Gardner, accusing her of being part of the “fake news,” while simultaneously claiming that he supports an open and free press. This contradictory stance highlights Trump’s ongoing attempts to undermine media organizations that do not align with his views.

The encounter occurred as Trump was departing for a college football game in Tennessee. CNN was scheduled to cover the event, but was replaced by outlets more favorable to Trump, such as LindellTV. This decision is part of Trump’s broader media strategy, where he routinely bars certain media outlets like CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, which he accuses of disseminating false information.

Gardner, who had previously been excluded from White House coverage due to these restrictions, directly questioned Trump on whether he only wanted supportive outlets in the press pool. Trump’s response was to dismiss her outlet as fake news and insist he wanted real news coverage, despite his actions indicating otherwise.

Trump’s maneuver to exclude critical media outlets has already resulted in legal challenges, with judges ordering the reversal of his bans. Despite this, Trump continues to attack the press on social media, further straining relationships with mainstream media and promoting transparency issues in his administration.

Jacob Soboroff of MS NOW criticized Trump’s actions, calling them “incredibly childish” and ridiculing the absurdity of claiming to support press freedom while barring critical outlets. This incident is emblematic of Trump’s ongoing battle with the media and his authoritarian tendencies to silence dissenting voices.



(Source: https://www.mediaite.com/media/trump-claims-he-loves-an-open-free-press-while-calling-out-reporter-and-telling-her-to-be-quiet-in-tense-exchange/) silence dissenting voices.

White House Bars CNN, MS NOW From State Dinner

The White House blocked CNN and MS NOW from covering a state dinner hosted by President Donald Trump despite a judicial order restoring their access. This refusal is a blatant defiance of U.S. District Judge Timothy Kelly’s temporary restraining order, which was meant to allow these media outlets to cover events on the White House grounds.

At the event, which featured Chinese President Xi Jinping, CNN’s Erin Burnett reported that their media team was denied entry to cover the arrivals. Similarly, MS NOW’s Symone Sanders-Townsend announced the same denial on-air, highlighting the administration’s continued exclusionary practices.

Trump justified this ban by accusing the outlets of spreading false information and signaled potential future bans on other media organizations. Despite the judge’s order, Trump’s administration initially ignored the ruling before eventually restoring access later that day.

The White House defended the ban by claiming it was a “pre-credentialed event” and suggested that not all media had unrestricted access to events. This move underscores the administration’s continuous battle with the press and its attempt to control the narrative.

This incident is part of a broader pattern of Trump’s hostility towards media outlets he deems adversarial, further cementing his authoritarian approach to governance as he continues to undermine democratic institutions and quell dissenting voices.



(Source: https://www.mediaite.com/media/tv/breaking-news-denied-white-house-blocks-cnn-and-ms-now-from-covering-state-dinner-despite-judges-ruling/)

Trump Bypasses Preservation Law to Expedite Arch Project

The Trump administration, in a blatant move to undermine historic preservation laws, has announced the termination of a critical review process for the proposed triumphal arch. This decision bypasses the Section 106 review that traditionally involves multiple stakeholders in evaluating the historical impact of federal projects. The move signals a deliberate attempt to fast-track Trump’s infrastructure agenda while sidestepping legal and expert challenges.

The Advisory Council on Historical Preservation’s abrupt halt of the consulting process has drawn immediate backlash. Critics argue that such an action is an affront to long-established legal norms. The proposed military use of the arch, intended originally as a national monument, intensifies concerns about the administration’s overreach and its potential legal conflicts.

President Trump’s vision for the arch includes it serving as a military complex, raising further alarms and likely legal challenges. Experts argue this transformation would significantly alter the project’s scope, compromising both historical preservation standards and public procedures. Critics, including major preservation groups, accuse the administration of stacking advisory boards with loyalists to ease project approvals.

Legal experts predict that the administration’s tactics will face substantial court challenges. Greg Werkheiser has pointed out the project’s potential legal vulnerabilities, especially with the purposeful avoidance of comprehensive review processes meant to protect national heritage sites.

The final decision now rests with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, who is expected to swiftly approve the proposal, paving the way for approval by the National Capital Planning Commission. This controversial project, seen as a symbol of Trump’s authoritarian ambitions, continues to provoke intense debate over the erosion of democratic processes and oversight in the United States.



(Source: https://www.cnn.com/2026/09/24/politics/trump-arch-end-historical-preservation-review?Date=20260924&Profile=CNN,CNN+Politics&utm_content=1790270115&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwdGRjcAUipn9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mBWZkaWQWUPF_-SmLcdym05tK6rNc2c34MQnXUnNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR5bMCVslckRxdkvfWojL8I9P_d-PPAlMET63nPmbJbXxH1_U1EzuYRhfoov_A_aem_4hDR4SoxXnK118XRcY0Stw)

White House Denies Access to CNN, Politico Despite Court Order

Despite a court order to lift the Trump administration’s ban, reporters from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico were still denied entry to the White House on Thursday morning. This action came mere hours after Judge Timothy Kelly issued a temporary restraining order restoring press access, which the administration ignored, signaling a disturbing defiance of judicial authority.

The rejection of White House entry was confirmed when a Politico reporter’s press credentials were confiscated. Reporters from MS NOW and CNN faced similar obstacles, being told they could potentially receive temporary day passes but not their standard “hard passes” that allow regular access to White House press facilities. This undermined the judge’s directive that clearly highlighted the lack of due process in the administration’s decision.

Judge Timothy Kelly, appointed by Trump in 2017, emphasized that the media outlets are likely to succeed in their argument that the ban violated their due process rights. In his detailed ruling, he pointed out the lack of factual evidence from the administration justifying the press ban as a national security measure.

This situation is reminiscent of 2018, when the same judge had to intervene after the Trump administration revoked CNN reporter Jim Acosta’s press credentials. The repeated occurrence of such incidents reflects ongoing tensions between the current administration and the free press, raising serious concerns about media freedom and government transparency.

The denial of access to these news organizations before a significant diplomatic visit, like that of Chinese leader Xi Jinping, underscores the Trump administration’s pattern of undermining media rights. This defiance of the court’s ruling invites further criticism and exacerbates the strained relationship between the Trump administration and the press.



(Source: https://www.mediaite.com/media/news/politico-reporters-press-badge-confiscated-despite-judges-order-restoring-access/)

Trump’s DOJ Blocked Probe into Collins’ Pay-to-Play

In a notable corruption revelation, the FBI aimed to investigate Senator Susan Collins’s links to a defense contractor, Navatek, which allegedly engaged in a pay-to-play scheme. The firm’s CEO, Martin Kao, claimed that substantial political donations resulted in the senator securing lucrative defense contracts for Navatek, a serious breach of campaign finance laws. This alleged quid pro quo involved shell company donations funneled to a Super PAC linked to Collins.

Kao provided detailed accounts to the FBI, laying bare how political donations facilitated over $40 million in government contracts for Navatek, showing a systemic corruption issue in Washington. Despite these revelations and substantial evidence from Kao, the investigation into these practices was halted when Donald Trump returned to office, purging the Justice Department of personnel who had previously investigated him.

This case of alleged corruption highlights the unaccountable influence of money in politics, allowing corporations to buy favors and steer federal funds illegally. Notably, the Trump administration dismantled the specialized teams at DOJ tasked with investigating corruption, showcasing a clear attempt to protect political allies and undermine justice.

While Collins has denied any wrongdoing, the case against her was incomplete due to the collapse of these investigative efforts. The shutdown of this investigation represents a broader issue of how enforcement against political corruption has deteriorated under Trump’s leadership of an increasingly authoritarian regime.

This first story in a series by ProPublica highlights disturbing corruption tactics in Washington, laying the groundwork for further investigations into systemic abuse within government contract allocations and the troubling impacts of purged justice personnel under Trump’s administration.



(Source: https://www.propublica.org/article/fbi-susan-collins-navatek-campaign-donations-investigation)

Trump Mocks Climate Change Links It to AI Fearmongering

In a recent online rant, Donald Trump dismissed the scientific consensus on climate change, equating it with unfounded fears about artificial intelligence. He mocked these concerns by stating that the planet has been cooling, not warming, and insisted nobody had died as a result. Trump’s rhetoric emphasizes his characteristic skepticism toward scientific and expert assessments, aligning climate change with his usual list of alleged hoaxes.

Trump’s tirade extended into artificial intelligence, claiming that whoever dominates AI will command the future, positioning the U.S. as a leader against other nations like China. Trump declared he would not inhibit AI growth, drawing comparisons to historical innovations like the Industrial Revolution. Despite his enthusiasm, there’s evident concern over his administration’s overly simplistic grasp of complex technological issues.

Alongside his rant, Trump conducted a poll on Truth Social about renaming artificial intelligence, coinciding with previous controversial renaming endeavors. This move underscores a broader pattern of Trump’s disregard for established concepts and norms, favoring an often misinformed approach that prioritizes spectacle over substance.

Despite his stance, it remains unclear how Trump plans to initiate such changes in AI terminology, reminiscent of his attempts to rename geographical and cultural landmarks for his own legacy. His latest declarations may well reflect an ongoing attempt to assert control over narratives across various domains, from environmental policy to technology.

This episode is part of a consistent pattern where Trump rejects expert opinions in favor of promoting his populist ideologies. As he continues to seek headlines, his rhetoric around both climate change and AI points to a deeper unwillingness to engage with the real-world challenges these phenomena present.



(Source: https://www.mediaite.com/media/news/trump-goes-on-bonkers-rant-against-climate-change-tying-it-to-ai-nobody-was-dead/)

Trump’s Arctic Advisor Tied to Private Interests

Thomas Dans, appointed by Donald Trump as chair of the U.S. Arctic Research Commission, has become a controversial figure due to his lack of scientific background and his promotion of business interests intertwined with his role. Dans, with a history of business dealings in Russia and advocacy for closer U.S.-Russia ties, was appointed despite having little experience relevant to the Commission’s scientific and policy-driven goals.

Dans has been a vocal supporter of Trump’s ambitions to take over Greenland and has made headlines with his foreign policy statements, which are beyond his commission’s remit. His efforts to secure U.S. government contracts for Damen Shipyards, a company he had business ties with, have sparked intense scrutiny.

Accusations of conflicts of interest have surfaced because Dans’s advocacy for Damen could potentially violate federal ethics rules. His position affords him access to significant government information, potentially benefiting his private financial interests without the disclosure requirements typical for government employees.

The stakes are high as melting Arctic ice opens new geopolitical and military challenges. Dans’s approach, reflecting a mix of Trump administration’s policies and personal business interests, poses national security concerns as voiced by former ethics officials. Critics argue that his entanglement with private interests and foreign politics undermines the role’s integrity.

Dans’s tenure, marked by controversial statements and questionable business engagements, exemplifies ongoing concerns about the Trump administration’s blending of public office with personal gain. His presence at various international and conservationist events and media engagements amplifies this confluence of government function and private enterprise.



(Source: https://www.propublica.org/article/thomas-dans-arctic-research-commission-trump-russia-propaganda?utm_campaign=propublica-sprout&utm_content=1789824171&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwdGRjcAUc0kVwZG9mBWZkaWQWUOy5G3TKPyI4Y0q0j2r4789K-L8LumV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR4LG-2BVMQKw8FCEi2f4u0H-YThEPdXyQeQ8nRnJtmHE6DqyM3H5Yiusml-xQ_aem_b_Ti1kPBmg5XUlReL_xxHw)

Trump Invokes Imaginary ‘Term Three’ to Tout Iran War

In a surprising move, Donald Trump declared a list of "TOP 25" accomplishments, including ongoing conflicts and foreign policy acts, under the banner of a fictional "Term Three" in the presidency. Among these claims, he highlighted the ongoing conflict with Iran, bizarrely describing it as a major success of his administration.

Trump's assertions about the Iran war included narratives of obliterating Iran's nuclear capacities through operations like Operation Midnight Hammer and Operation Epic Fury. He further boasted about capturing the former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and claimed responsibility for settling multiple wars.

However, Trump's portrayal of the Iran conflict as a triumph runs contrary to the reality on the ground. Reports emerged of substantial U.S. military damage from Iranian missile and drone attacks, which have not been transparently communicated to the American public. Service members have described the situation as one where they are "getting punched in the face" with their "eyes closed."

The Pentagon's inspector general reported significant equipment losses, including nearly 60 aircraft and a financial impact reaching billions of dollars. Casualty figures, according to unnamed sources, also contradict the numbers released publicly, with claims suggesting the real number of U.S. service member deaths is underreported.

Trump's exaggerated claims about his "Term Three" accomplishments appear to be an attempt to normalize anti-constitutional behavior by refusing to concede that his presidency officially ended, while distorting the narrative of ongoing military involvements.

The list mixes verifiable actions with factual exaggerations, political phrasing, and several claims that go substantially beyond the evidence.

1MisleadingBorder crossings are at historically low levels, and CBP has reported zero releases at the border for 16 consecutive months. But that is not the same as zero unauthorized entries. Thousands of people have still been apprehended crossing, and CBP has recorded “gotaways.” FactCheck.org specifically found the “zero illegal aliens entered” version false. (FactCheck.org)
2Basically accurateTrump signed the Laken Riley Act on Jan. 29, 2025. It expands mandatory detention for certain inadmissible noncitizens who are arrested for, charged with, convicted of, or admit to crimes including theft, burglary, shoplifting and certain violent offenses. So “criminal aliens” is imprecise because a conviction is not required. (GovInfo)
3Mostly accurate, with an important caveatFBI data show the largest one-year decline in the murder rate since its comparable estimates began in 1936. The 2025 rate was about 4.1 per 100,000. The “lowest since 1900” claim comes from researchers combining modern FBI data with much older historical sources; it is plausible but not a single comparable 125-year FBI series. Also, the homicide decline began around 2022, before Trump's current term. (FactCheck.org)
4MisleadingTrump did sign the 2025 tax law, but independent comparisons do not support calling it the largest tax cut in U.S. history. “No tax on tips” and “no tax on overtime” are temporary, capped income-tax deductions, not total exemptions from all taxes. And the law did not eliminate taxation of Social Security benefits; it created an additional $6,000 senior deduction that phases out at higher incomes. (FactCheck.org)
5UnsupportedThere is no documented basis for $19.2 trillion in new U.S. investment. FactCheck.org notes that Trump's figure is nearly twice even the White House's own tally, and that the White House tally itself includes announcements, multiyear pledges and investments that are not all new or guaranteed. (FactCheck.org)
6Substantially accurate on the tariffs; outcome is unprovenTrump did impose a 25% automobile tariff, with exceptions and special treatment under deals such as USMCA/UK arrangements. In 2026 he also raised many steel, aluminum and copper tariffs to 50%, while various derivative products face 25%, 15% or other rates. Whether these tariffs have actually “brought back American manufacturing” is a separate claim; AP found reshoring effects remain mixed and some manufacturers have been hurt by higher input costs. (The White House)
7Wrong as statedTrump hasn't specified which index or definition he is using. For the standard benchmark, the S&P 500, AP/CFRA counted 66 record highs since the start of his second term and 76 since the 2024 election, not 80. (AP News)
8Technically true, but weak as an economic comparisonThe raw number of employed Americans has reached a record because the U.S. population and labor force grow over time. AP reported nearly 159 million employed in June. But employment growth during Trump's current term has been comparatively modest, and the employment-to-population ratio does not show a historical record. (AP News)
9Mostly accurate, depending on what is countedThe administration counts about $1 trillion in total 2026 defense resources, including mandatory/reconciliation money. The conventional 2026 military appropriation was closer to $901 billion. Trump has requested $1.5 trillion for 2027; Congress has not yet enacted that amount. CBO confirms the $1.5T request would be a record nominal funding level. (The White House)
10Accurate about the event; “brought to justice” is prematureU.S. forces captured Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela in January 2026 and brought him to the U.S. He has been arraigned on federal drug-trafficking and related charges and has pleaded not guilty. He has not been convicted, so “brought to face justice” would be the precise description. (Reuters)
11OverstatedOperation Midnight Hammer and later Operation Epic Fury did strike Iran and severely damage nuclear and military facilities. But “ensured Iran will NEVER have a nuclear weapon” cannot be established. The IAEA still cannot verify Iran's stockpile of uranium enriched to 60%, and Reuters reported this week that Iran's diminished nuclear capabilities remain a concern while the war continues. (AP News)
12First half true; 60% figure unsupportedThe U.S. military has indeed conducted dozens of lethal strikes on suspected drug-smuggling vessels in the Caribbean and Pacific. But there is no comprehensive measurement of total fentanyl flowing into the country. FactCheck.org notes that seizure totals cannot validly be converted into a percentage reduction in actual drug flow. Pentagon officials themselves cited 20%-25% reductions in vessel movement, not a demonstrated 60% fall in fentanyl flow. (Investing.com)
13Real program, misleading mathThe administration has negotiated Most Favored Nation drug-price arrangements, and some listed cash prices have dropped dramatically. But a drug's price cannot literally be reduced by 300%, 400% or 600% — a 100% reduction means free. Trump is calculating the percentage by which the old price exceeds the new price, then describing it as a price reduction. The biggest discounts also apply to particular drugs and purchasing arrangements rather than prescription drugs generally. (AFP Fact Check)
14Concrete actions are true; wording is politicalTrump declared a national energy emergency on Jan. 20, 2025 and issued an order explicitly titled a section “Terminating the Green New Deal,” pausing/reviewing various IRA and infrastructure expenditures and promoting expanded fossil-fuel development. “Green New Scam” is the administration's political terminology rather than the name of a law that was repealed wholesale. (The White House)
15Mostly accurate about the rollback; “EV mandate” is shorthandBiden-era rules did not literally require consumers to buy EVs; they were fleet greenhouse-gas emissions standards expected to increase EV adoption. Nevertheless, Trump explicitly ordered their rollback, and in February 2026 EPA finalized repeal of the federal motor-vehicle GHG standards and the underlying endangerment finding. So the regulatory reversal itself is real. (The White House)
16Mostly accurateU.S. goods exports hit an all-time monthly nominal record of about $221.8 billion in April 2026 and remain above 2025 levels. Through the first half of 2026, the pace was consistent with roughly $2.5 trillion in annual goods exports if sustained. Exports subsequently declined somewhat, so “highest level” is true as a record reached, not that every current month is the highest ever. (The Associated Press)
17OverstatedTrump ordered the elimination of DEI programs across the federal executive branch and aggressive scrutiny of DEI practices by contractors and private employers. He has not abolished all DEI policies in the private sector; lawful private-sector programs continue to exist, and courts have blocked or invalidated some administration anti-DEI measures. A federal judge struck down a major Education Department anti-DEI grant policy just this week. (Reuters)
18OverstatedTrump issued an executive order directing federal agencies to enforce his administration's interpretation of Title IX against federally funded schools that permit transgender girls/women to participate in girls'/women's sports. That is not literally a congressional nationwide ban on every transgender athlete in every women's sporting competition. (The White House)
19OverstatedTrump ordered federal agencies to withhold federal support from K-12 programs promoting what the order calls “gender ideology” and “discriminatory equity ideology.” But presidents do not directly set curricula for every American public school; state and local governments retain extensive control. So a nationwide ban “in our schools” is broader than the executive order actually does. (The White House)
20Mostly accurate, except “tax-free”Trump Accounts are real and are a new type of traditional IRA for minors. Children born from 2025 through 2028 who meet citizenship/SSN requirements can receive a $1,000 Treasury contribution after an election is made. But they are tax-advantaged, not simply tax-free, and the $1,000 does not apply to every American child under 18. (IRS)
21OverstatedTrump and his administration played important roles in several ceasefires and diplomatic agreements, including the Gaza ceasefire. But independent reviews find that some of the “eight wars” were not actually wars, some disputes remain unresolved, and some governments — notably India — dispute Trump's claimed role. Calling all eight “wars settled” is not supported by the record. (FactCheck.org)
22The outcome is accurate; sole credit is harder to establishThe final 20 living Gaza hostages were released in October 2025, and Israel recovered the remains of the final deceased hostage, Ran Gvili, on Jan. 26, 2026. Reuters and the ICRC confirm that all living and deceased hostages were then accounted for. The outcome occurred under a U.S.-backed ceasefire, but the final remains were recovered by Israeli forces, and Egypt, Qatar, Turkey and other mediators also participated. (Reuters)
23False as statedTrump initially suspended the refugee program, but the U.S. has continued admitting refugees. State Department data analyzed by Pew show 10,258 refugee admissions in FY2026 through July, under a historically low ceiling of 17,500. So “halted all refugee admissions” is factually wrong. (Pew Research Center)
24Deployment claim is accurate; claimed effect is not establishedTrump did deploy the National Guard to Washington, D.C., Memphis and New Orleans in 2025. Crime fell in several categories, but much of the decline began before the deployments, and analyses have not found evidence supporting Trump's much larger claims about the Guard causing the declines. (FactCheck.org)
25Accurate, with a legal-mechanism caveatTrump issued Executive Order 14224 on March 1, 2025, designating English the official language of the United States. It was done by executive order rather than an act of Congress, and the order does not prohibit agencies from providing services in other languages. (USAGov)

The strongest problems in the graphic are not that everything is invented. A lot of it is built around something that genuinely happened, then expanded into a much stronger claim: “zero releases” becomes “zero illegal aliens entered”; a $6,000 senior deduction becomes “no tax on Social Security”; announced investment pledges become $19.2 trillion “secured”; particular drug discounts become 300%-600% price reductions; aggressive federal anti-DEI rules become abolition throughout the entire private sector; and extremely low refugee admissions become “all admissions halted.”

There are also several claims that hold up reasonably well once stripped of the promotional language: the Laken Riley Act was signed; murder fell extraordinarily sharply; the tariff rates largely exist; Maduro was captured; the National Guard deployments happened; the energy and EV regulatory reversals happened; all Gaza hostages were eventually returned or recovered; exports have reached records; and English was designated the official language by executive order. The factual issue is therefore less “25 things are fake” than a mixture of real policy actions, selective statistics, unsupported causal attribution, and several significant numerical or categorical exaggerations.

(Source: https://www.mediaite.com/politics/trump/trump-lists-iran-war-among-his-top-achievements-of-term-three/)

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