In revealing that he’s taking the drug to prevent COVID-19, the president distorted the facts.
Trump Misleads on Hydroxychloroquine, Again
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An April Filled with Repeats
The president has used the coronavirus briefings to repeatedly misstate the facts about his administration’s handling of the pandemic, the economy and trade with China.
Trump’s Numbers April 2020 Update
Statistical measures of how things have changed during Trump’s time in office.
FactChecking the March Democratic Debate
While debating 6 feet apart due to the coronavirus outbreak, the two leading contenders offered competing versions of the facts on several key issues.
FactChecking the South Carolina Debate
In another feisty affair, the Democrats traded barbs over contested quotes, crime and Castro. We referee some of the rhetoric.
FactChecking the Las Vegas Democratic Debate
Six candidates — including debate newcomer Mike Bloomberg — squared off three days before the Nevada caucuses.
FactChecking the New Hampshire Democratic Debate
In advance of the first primary, the candidates twisted the facts on gun manufacturers, health care, Iraq, Iran and military spending.
FactChecking the State of the Union
The president’s address included false and misleading claims on jobs, wages, energy, immigration and more.
Trump’s Numbers January 2020 Update
Statistical measures of how things have changed during Trump’s first three years.
FactChecking the January Democratic Debate
In the final Democratic debate before the Iowa caucuses, there were fewer candidates — only six — but more than a few false, misleading and exaggerated claims.