MAGA Meets Math: The Budget Boomerang
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 scholarship, and contemporary polling data.…
When Landscaping Meets Counterterrorism
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 role after involvement with the…
“Thank you to the Highly Talented Artist, Vanessa Horabuena, and the incredible people of Colorado — Now on display in the Colorado State Capitol!” @realDonaldTrump
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 donated by the White House…
“Because of the Violence and Criminality I have seen due to the Open Border Policy of Sleepy Joe Biden, in particular allowing millions of people into our Country who shouldnt be here, I wanted something representative to show how we fight back, and then, it happened, I saw a picture of ALCATRAZ looking so foreboding, and I said, Were going to look into renovating and rebuilding the famous ALCATRAZ Prison sitting high on the Bay, surrounded by sharks. What a symbol it is, and will be! Conceptual work started six months ago, and various prison development firms are looking at doing it with us. Still a little early, but lots of promise!” @realDonaldTrump
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 enforcement statistics overwhelmingly show that…
“I am thrilled to announce that I will be traveling to one of my favorite places in the World, beautiful Iowa, on Thursday, July 3rd, to kick off the very beginning of our exciting Celebration of Americas 250th Anniversary! Iowa voted for me THREE TIMES, because they love my Policies for our Wonderful Farmers and Small Businesses, and they LOVE AMERICA! This will be a very special event, honoring our Great Country, and our Brave Heroes who fought to keep us FREE. You can RSVP to join me here — See you there! Ill also tell you some of the GREAT things Ive already done on Trade, especially as it relates to Farmers. You are going to be very happy with what I say — Should be a BIG Crowd!” @realDonaldTrump
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 trade policies benefiting farmers are…