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Elections

Donald Trump said, "I'm going to go to every one of those 35 places and we're going to see if we can get everyone elected."

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
At a White House Rose Garden dinner in early September 2026, Donald Trump pledged to campaign in 35 races to help elect Republican candidates ahead of the midterm elections.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 22, 2026
Elections

Former NFL coach Jon Gruden and Ohio Sen. Jon Husted were teammates.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Former NFL coach Jon Gruden and Ohio politician Jon Husted were college football teammates at the University of Dayton.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 21, 2026
Voting

In-person early voting is underway in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
In-person early voting began in Virginia on September 20, 2024, confirming the claim.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 21, 2026
Voting

In-person early voting is underway in Minnesota

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
In-person early voting has officially begun in Minnesota.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 21, 2026
Energy

Donald Trump signed an executive order waiving the off-road requirement for red-dye diesel, allowing farmers, truckers, and others to purchase diesel tax-free.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Donald Trump signed an executive order waiving the off-road requirement for red-dye diesel to permit drivers, including farmers and truckers, to buy it tax-free.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 20, 2026
Elections

Laura Kelly said Cindy Holscher is too extreme.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Governor Laura Kelly did describe Cindy Holscher as too extreme, specifically calling her 'too extreme for Kansas' prior to later endorsing her.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 20, 2026
Government

The United States Department of the Interior wants to take over a golf course and make it into a great, safe, and prestigious course.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Donald Trump accurately stated his own quote on Truth Social regarding the Department of the Interior's goals for the East Potomac Golf Course.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 19, 2026
Government

Palm Beach International Airport has been officially named or renamed President Donald J. Trump International Airport

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Palm Beach International Airport was officially renamed President Donald J. Trump International Airport.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 19, 2026
Media

Newt Gingrich has a new book entitled 'AMERICA’S GOLDEN AGE - TRUMPISM & AN ERA OF LIMITLESS POSSIBILITIES.'

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Former Speaker Newt Gingrich authored a book titled 'America's Golden Age: Trumpism and an Era of Limitless Possibilities.'The Baseline automated desk · Oct 19, 2026
Courts

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito confirmed he is considering retirement

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito stated in an interview that he considers retirement every term at his age.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 16, 2026
Crime

Nidal Malik Hasan killed 13 people, including a pregnant soldier, and injured 32 more people.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Donald Trump accurately stated that Nidal Hasan killed 13 people, including a pregnant soldier, and injured 32 others.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 15, 2026
Elections

Donald Trump promised a $5,000 adult payment if Republicans win the 2026 midterms.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Donald Trump explicitly promised in a video statement to give every adult citizen $5,000 if Republicans win both chambers of Congress in the 2026 midterms.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 13, 2026
Government

Jack Smith’s office bent its own rules to rush a software purchase days before indicting Donald Trump.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Records released by the Oversight Project show that Jack Smith's office authorized an urgent software purchase before funds were obligated, citing strict internal requirements.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 12, 2026
Government

Katie Bailey assisted in the confirmations of members of Donald Trump's Cabinet.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Donald Trump stated on Truth Social that Katie Bailey assisted in confirming several of his Cabinet members.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 11, 2026
Media

Mike Ditka has died

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Reports confirm that legendary Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka has died at age 86.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 10, 2026
Foreign Policy

John Catsimatidis argues that the American people are 'under attack' by US enemies and allies.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Donald Trump accurately reported that John Catsimatidis argued the American people are 'under attack' by US enemies and allies.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 10, 2026
Crime

Robert Jeffress, senior pastor of First Baptist Dallas, supports public executions announced by the Pentagon

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Robert Jeffress, the senior pastor of First Baptist Dallas, publicly expressed support for the Pentagon's plan to broadcast the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 10, 2026
Government

Katie Zacharia currently serves as Senior Communications Advisor to Truth Social (Trump Media & Technology Group).

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Donald Trump accurately stated that Katie Zacharia serves as Senior Communications Advisor to Trump Media & Technology Group, the parent company of Truth Social.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 10, 2026
Foreign Policy

Melania Trump made history by presiding over the UN Security Council.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Melania Trump made history by becoming the first spouse of any world leader to preside over a UN Security Council meeting.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 9, 2026
National Security

Gavin Newsom said Donald Trump's comments about Los Angeles and San Diego were 'dangerous, if not treasonous'

Gavin Newsom

Verdict: True
According to reporting by The Guardian, Gavin Newsom described Donald Trump's comments regarding Los Angeles and San Diego as 'dangerous, if not treasonous.'The Baseline automated desk · Oct 8, 2026
Media

Dr. Marc Siegel has written a new book titled "The Angels Among Us: How God’s Messengers Play a Role in Healing."

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Donald Trump accurately stated that Dr. Marc Siegel wrote a new book titled "The Angels Among Us: How God's Messengers Play a Role in Healing."The Baseline automated desk · Oct 4, 2026
Congress

Representative Brian Babin proposed designating an interstate corridor from Port Arthur to Montana as I-47 in honor of Donald Trump

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Representative Brian Babin introduced legislation to designate the U.S. Route 287 corridor from Port Arthur to Montana as Interstate 47 in honor of Donald Trump.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 4, 2026
Elections

Donald Trump won all 77 counties in Oklahoma in the 2016, 2020, and 2024 presidential elections.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Donald Trump won all 77 counties in Oklahoma in the 2016, 2020, and 2024 presidential elections.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 3, 2026
Crime

CVS stores in Washington, D.C., are no longer locking up items due to reduced crime resulting from Donald Trump's crime crackdown

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Reports confirm that CVS locations in Washington, D.C., are no longer locking up items in anti-theft cases following drops in crime from Donald Trump's crime crackdown.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 3, 2026
Foreign Policy

The last American forces are leaving Iraq.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
The Pentagon and U.S. Central Command confirmed that the final U.S. troops have completed their orderly departure from Iraq.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 2, 2026
Energy

Europe has agreed to immediately begin releasing a massive amount of their stocked diesel oil

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
European and G7 leaders confirmed an agreement to immediately begin releasing up to 100 million barrels of reserves, front-loading a substantial release of diesel.The Baseline automated desk · Oct 2, 2026
Government

The Team USA captain thanked Donald Trump after a Presidents Cup comeback, saying 'He gets all the credit'

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Team USA captain Brandt Snedeker thanked Donald Trump following a Presidents Cup comeback, stating that Trump 'gets all the credit.'The Baseline automated desk · Oct 2, 2026
Energy

He is considering a ban on diesel exports to ease high U.S. prices

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Donald Trump explicitly confirmed that his administration is very seriously considering a ban on diesel exports to help ease high domestic fuel prices.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 30, 2026
Healthcare

Dr. Anthony Fauci's diary reveals he was alarmed that the U.S. had aerosolized the Ebola virus and stated it 'never should have been done'.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Dr. Anthony Fauci's diary entries reveal he privately voiced alarm over U.S. Army experiments aerosolizing the Ebola virus, writing that it 'never should have been done in the first place.'The Baseline automated desk · Sep 28, 2026
Elections

The Justice Department charged four aliens in Pennsylvania with election fraud.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
The U.S. Department of Justice announced charges against four noncitizens in Pennsylvania for election-related offenses such as illegal voting and fraudulent registration.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 28, 2026
Trade

US and Chinese officials are considering lowering tariffs on noncritical items.

Scott Bessent

Verdict: True
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the United States and China are considering lowering tariffs on noncritical items ahead of the summit between Trump and Xi.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 27, 2026
Healthcare

Animal welfare groups praised the Trump administration for moves to reduce animal testing.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Animal welfare groups commended initiatives by the Trump administration's Health and Human Services to reduce animal testing.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 26, 2026
Crime

James Copenhaver has died.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
James Copenhaver, who was wounded during the 2024 Butler rally shooting, has passed away at age 76.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 25, 2026
Media

He is banning CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Reports confirm that Donald Trump banned CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from covering the White House.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 25, 2026
Crime

Jim Copenhaver passed away.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Jim Copenhaver passed away at age 76 after having been wounded at the July 2024 Butler rally.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 25, 2026
Congress

An agent involved in Jack Smith's case said he was kept in the dark that subpoenaed phone data belonged to Congress.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Congressional testimony confirms that a federal agent assigned to Jack Smith's investigation stated he was kept in the dark that subpoenaed phone records belonged to members of Congress.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 22, 2026
Government

Biden-era inspection reports exposed disrepair and safety hazards at the Kennedy Center.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Reports and evaluations conducted during the Biden administration detailed extensive maintenance issues, disrepair, and safety hazards at the Kennedy Center.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 21, 2026
Elections

Donald Trump pledged $5,000 payouts tied to Republican election wins.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Donald Trump explicitly pledged to give adult Americans a $5,000 payout if Republicans win or retain control of Congress in the midterm elections.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 21, 2026
Technology

Donald Trump claimed that we don’t need AI regulation and instead just need a "high IQ" president.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Donald Trump stated on social media that AI does not need guardrails and that the only control needed is a strong and smart '(High IQ!)' president.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 19, 2026
Energy

Surging gas costs are a 'very inexpensive price to pay' for the Iran war

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Donald Trump explicitly described rising gas prices as a 'very inexpensive price to pay' for the war in Iran during a campaign rally in North Carolina.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 19, 2026
Healthcare

RFK Jr. promised anti-vaccine advocates that they have a 'friend at the White House.'

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Verdict: True
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told attendees at a Children's Health Defense conference that they have a 'strong and steadfast friend at the White House.'The Baseline automated desk · Sep 18, 2026
Foreign Policy

Karol Nawrocki is the President of Poland

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Karol Nawrocki was inaugurated as the President of Poland following his election victory.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 18, 2026
Congress

John McGuire served in the U.S. Navy SEALs

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
John McGuire served in the U.S. Navy SEALs for 10 years.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 18, 2026
Congress

Rep. Massie moved to impeach Defense Secretary Hegseth over the Iran war

Thomas Massie

Verdict: True
Rep. Thomas Massie introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth citing his actions regarding the Iran war.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 17, 2026
Technology

Signed laws aimed at protecting kids from the risks of social media and AI chatbots

Gavin Newsom

Verdict: True
Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation specifically designed to protect children from the risks associated with social media and AI chatbots.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 16, 2026
Elections

Donald Trump promised $5,000 dividend checks to Americans if Republicans win the midterm elections.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Donald Trump explicitly pledged to give $5,000 dividend checks to American adults if Republicans win the midterm elections.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 16, 2026
Labor

Brian Pannebecker is the head of Autoworkers for Trump.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Brian Pannebecker is documented as the founder and leader of the group Auto Workers for Trump.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 16, 2026
Government

The National Weather Service began changing the name 'Lake Ontario' to 'Lake America' on maps and weather forecasts.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
The National Weather Service officially began updating its maps, forecasts, and other materials to replace the name Lake Ontario with Lake America.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 15, 2026
Technology

NASA had a successful launch overseen by Administrator Jared Isaacman

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
NASA successfully launched the Nancy Grace Roman space telescope under the leadership of NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 12, 2026
Government

The fountains and pools at the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial had gone five years without repairs before being recently rehabilitated, and more than 100,000 gallons of water flow through the memorial's seven granite fountains and pools

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Trump accurately quoted a Department of the Interior statement confirming the FDR Memorial's fountains and pools had gone five years without repairs before being rehabilitated, with over 100,000 gallons flowing through its seven granite fountains.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 8, 2026
Government

The National Park Service beautified the Dante Memorial Statue in Meridian Park in Washington, D.C.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
The National Park Service did clean and beautify the Dante Memorial Statue in Meridian Hill Park, Washington, D.C., as part of a broader park renovation effort.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 8, 2026
Voting

The Department of Homeland Security asked the Department of Justice to investigate the transfer of private state voter data to a nonprofit tied to Mark Zuckerberg.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin sent a letter to DOJ asking it to investigate whether state voter/driver data was improperly transferred to nonprofits including ERIC and CEIR, groups tied to Zuckerberg-linked funding, matching Trump's claim.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 7, 2026
Economy

Trump said he has made hundreds of billions of dollars on stocks and other holdings for the U.S.A.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Trump did post on Truth Social claiming he made hundreds of billions of dollars in stocks and other holdings for the U.S.A., not himself.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 7, 2026
Voting

Trump described New Mexico as one of the states with the greatest history of election/vote cheating.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Trump's own Truth Social post, archived by trumpstruth.org, directly describes New Mexico as 'one of the great vote cheating states of all time.'The Baseline automated desk · Sep 7, 2026
Elections

MAGA Inc. will spend $10 million on ads in the Texas Senate race to defend a once-safe Republican seat.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
MAGA Inc. confirmed a $10 million ad spending commitment to defend the once-safe Texas Senate seat now held by GOP nominee Ken Paxton against Democrat James Talarico.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 6, 2026
Government

Trump approved $19.9 million in disaster recovery assistance for Missouri following severe storms, winds, and flooding

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Trump approved a major disaster declaration for Missouri, unlocking an estimated $19.9 million in federal assistance following July flooding and severe storms.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 6, 2026
Elections

Trump endorsed Darline Graham in the South Carolina Republican Senate primary to replace her late brother.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Trump endorsed Darline Graham, who won the South Carolina GOP Senate primary runoff to replace her late brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 5, 2026
Jobs

The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August, confirming Trump's claim.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 5, 2026
Media

Donald Trump joined Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick on his new podcast, Lt. Dan, to discuss the upcoming Republican Convention in Dallas, Iran, and other issues.

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
Trump's own Truth Social post and the iHeart podcast listing confirm he joined Dan Patrick's 'Lt. Dan' podcast to discuss the upcoming Republican Convention in Dallas, Iran, and other issues like socialism/communism.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 5, 2026
Technology

The G20 Innovation Ministerial took place over two days in Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Donald Trump

Verdict: True
The G20 Innovation Ministerial was indeed held over two days in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, as confirmed by multiple sources.The Baseline automated desk · Sep 5, 2026