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“I am pleased to announce that the Radical Left Representatives working at the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) have now admitted how incredible my Tariff strategy has been, saying that, Trumps Tariffs reduce the deficit by $4 Trillion Dollars. When I began my Tariff policy suggestions, they refused to acknowledge the potential SUCCESS that would be derived. Deficits are DOWN, Taxes are DOWN, Energy is DOWN, Prices generally are DOWN, the only things that are UP are, Take Home Pay, the Stock Market, and our Country, which is the HOTTEST anywhere in the World. Thank you for your attention to this matter!” @realDonaldTrump

Official Press Relese: August 22, 2025

Fact-Check Summary The post accurately references the Congressional Budget Office’s (CBO) latest estimate that expanded tariffs could reduce projected US budget deficits by up to $4 trillion over a decade, assuming the tariffs are fully maintained. However, the post’s assertion that CBO analysts are “Radical Left Representatives” is factually incorrect—the CBO is a rigorously nonpartisan agency led by a Republican…

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“I am pleased to announce that we are doing a major Tariff Investigation on Furniture coming into the United States. Within the next 50 days, that Investigation will be completed, and Furniture coming from other Countries into the United States will be Tariffed at a Rate yet to be determined. This will bring the Furniture Business back to North Carolina, South Carolina, Michigan, and States all across the Union. Thank you for your attention to this matter!” @realDonaldTrump

Official Press Relese: August 22, 2025

Fact-Check Summary President Trump’s Truth Social post announcing a major investigation into imported furniture tariffs accurately reflects statements reported on August 22, 2025. Multiple reputable outlets confirm both the timing and the core claims: an ongoing investigation, a 50-day timeline, and a stated aim to impose tariffs on imported furniture. The regions cited—North Carolina, South Carolina, and Michigan—are established furniture…

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“Congratulations to MAGA Warrior Joe Gruters, who I very strongly Endorsed, on his unanimous Election as Chairman of the Republican National Committee, succeeding the incredible Michael Whatley, who recently launched his Campaign for the United States Senate from the Great State of North Carolina, with my Complete and Total Endorsement. VOTE FOR MICHAEL WHATLEY TO, MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! As State Senator and Chairman of the Republican Party of Florida, Joe helped us deliver Massive and Historic Victories across the State, including my 6 BIG WINS, including Primaries, in 2016, 2020, and 2024, and has helped us turn Florida, RED AS RED CAN BE! Joe has been with me from the very beginning, helping us, MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN, and I look forward to continue working closely with him in this new role to protect and expand our Republican Majorities in 2026, and beyond. Congratulations Joe!” @realDonaldTrump

Official Press Relese: August 22, 2025

Fact-Check Summary The post correctly states that Joe Gruters was unanimously elected as RNC Chairman with Donald Trump’s strong endorsement, succeeding Michael Whatley, who has launched a Senate campaign in North Carolina with Trump’s formal backing. Claims about Gruters’ roles as State Senator and Florida GOP Chair, his association with Trump’s campaigns, and the GOP’s Florida organizational successes are accurate…

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“Painting the Mexico border wall black will cost US taxpayers at least 500 million and could easily be 1 billion dollars”

Official Press Relese: August 22, 2025

Fact-Check Summary Credible government contracting estimates confirm that painting the Mexico border wall black was projected to cost at least $500 million for two coats of acrylic paint, with some estimates for higher-quality coatings reaching well over $1 billion. These figures originated from official assessments during the Trump administration and reference a real, documented proposal with multiple media sources and…

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“Washington, D.C. is SAFE AGAIN! The crowds are coming back, the spirit is high, and our D.C. National Guard and Police are doing a fantastic job. They are out in force, and are NOT PLAYING GAMES!!! As bad as it sounds to say, there were no murders this week for the first time in memory. Mayor Muriel Bowser must immediately stop giving false and highly inaccurate crime figures, or bad things will happen, including a complete and total Federal takeover of the City! Washington D.C. will soon be great again!!!” @realDonaldTrump

Official Press Relese: August 22, 2025

Fact-Check Summary The post mixes factual information about a recent murder-free week in Washington D.C. with exaggeration and politicized claims. It is true that, according to official sources, the city experienced a week without homicides, which is notable but not unprecedented. Claims that D.C. is “safe again” are highly subjective, as crime rates remain elevated compared to national averages even…

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