Summary
President Donald Trump made several claims in a Politico interview and during a speech in Pennsylvania. He talked about the economy, saying he inherited severe inflation, and made statements about Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's immigration status. Fact-checkers found inaccuracies in his claims about inflation and Omar.
Key Facts
- President Trump spoke with Politico about the economy and other issues.
- During his Pennsylvania speech, Trump criticized Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and made claims about her immigration status.
- Trump stated he inherited the "worst inflation" from President Joe Biden, but fact-checkers say this is not true.
- Inflation was below 3% before Trump’s second term started.
- Historical U.S. inflation peaked much higher, such as 23.7% in June 1920.
- Trump’s comments about gas prices were also misleading, as his mentioned prices were not reflective of the national average.
- Ilhan Omar, a U.S. Congresswoman from Minnesota, was targeted by Trump’s remarks on her immigration status.
- Fact-checkers have consistently debunked claims about Omar marrying her brother to gain entry to the U.S.
