President Donald Trump's one-hour and 40 minute address to Congress highlighted many of his initiatives, from an immigration crackdown to tariffs and energy policy
President Trump's address to Congress included several misleading claims. He falsely stated that illegal border crossings were the lowest ever, though the number cited was not a record low. He also inflated the number of immigrants entering the U.S. over four years and inaccurately claimed other countries send criminals across the border. Trump incorrectly linked tariffs to economic prosperity, despite economists warning they could harm the economy. He misleadingly referenced Social Security beneficiaries aged 100-109, implying they receive benefits, though they may not. Trump falsely claimed to rescue an economic catastrophe, though inflation peaked under Biden and his inherited economy was stable. He inaccurately stated ending an EV mandate, though none existed. Lastly, he misleadingly attributed Army recruitment gains to his administration, though numbers peaked before his election.
