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Trump Claims Fearless Leadership, Critics Highlight Past Scandals

6/14/2026

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President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social Saturday, portraying himself as a fearless leader amid an Iran conflict.
He cited the Wollman Skating Rink—awarded to another operator in 2025—and the Reflecting Pool, which developed algae within days.
Trump’s record, which includes six bankruptcies, a $25 million 2016 fraud settlement and a $1.375 million 1998 labor settlement, was called an exaggeration of his successes by NBC marketer John D. Miller.

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President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social Saturday, portraying himself as a fearless leader amid an Iran conflict.
He cited the Wollman Skating Rink—awarded to another operator in 2025—and the Reflecting Pool, which developed algae within days.
Trump’s record, which includes six bankruptcies, a $25 million 2016 fraud settlement and a $1.375 million 1998 labor settlement, was called an exaggeration of his successes by NBC marketer John D. Miller.