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Fact-Check Reveals 15 False Claims in Trump's Speech

2/25/2026

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Dale Debunks Trump's Claims

CNN's Daniel Dale identified 15 false claims in U.S. President Donald Trump's State of the Union address in 2025.
Dale noted Trump's claim of $18 trillion in investments is contradicted by the White House figure of $9.7 trillion.
Dale noted gas prices below $2.30 per gallon were misleading, since no state averaged under $2.37.
Dale concluded the speech was filled with dishonesty and urged viewers to read CNN's detailed fact-check.

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Dale Debunks Trump's Claims

CNN's Daniel Dale identified 15 false claims in U.S. President Donald Trump's State of the Union address in 2025.
Dale noted Trump's claim of $18 trillion in investments is contradicted by the White House figure of $9.7 trillion.
Dale noted gas prices below $2.30 per gallon were misleading, since no state averaged under $2.37.
Dale concluded the speech was filled with dishonesty and urged viewers to read CNN's detailed fact-check.

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