This video examines some of the claims that President Trump made during his Feb. 16 press conference.
Video: Trump’s News Conference
FactChecking Trump’s News Conference
President Donald Trump offered his spin on the first weeks of his administration, and made some familiar false claims, during his Feb. 16 press conference.
Trump Landslide? Nope
Despite Donald Trump and his campaign manager describing his election victory as a “landslide,” Trump’s margin of victory actually ranks among the closest in the Electoral College.
Mailbag: Electoral College
This week, a reader sent us a letter about the history of the Electoral College and the three-fifths compromise.
Could Electoral College Elect Clinton?
Q: Can the Electoral College elect Hillary Clinton on Dec. 19?
A: Yes, it may be constitutionally possible; but no, it will not happen, according to election experts.
Popular Vote and the Electoral College
Two of our most popular stories on our website right now aren’t about presidential nominees Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton.
The Reason for the Electoral College
Q: Why does the U.S. have an Electoral College?
A: The framers of the Constitution didn’t trust direct democracy.
Why Only Two Major Parties?
Q: Why are there only two major parties in the U.S.?
A: The winner-take-all system in the U.S. favors two stable parties.