From FactCheck.org · D'Angelo Gore, Robert Farley, Lori Robertson, Paul Cuno-Booth · · 3m
Trump's False Claims at Midterm Rallies Exposed
FactCheck.org debunks over a dozen false claims made by Trump during 2026 midterm campaign rallies.
In brief
FactCheck.org debunks over a dozen false claims made by Trump during 2026 midterm campaign rallies. FactCheck.org found Trump's false claims about inflation, oil prices, poverty, and immigration during 2026 midterm rallies. Originally reported by FactCheck.org.
Trump's Midterm Rallies
President Donald Trump traveled across the country holding campaign rallies supporting Republican candidates in the 2026 midterms.
False Inflation Claim
Trump falsely claimed he inherited the worst inflation in American history, then said it was down to 1.8% by 2026.
Inflation Misrepresentation
Core inflation was 2.6% for the 12 months ending in September 2026, not 1.7% as Trump claimed.
Oil Price Claim
Trump said oil prices would drop significantly after the Iran war ended, but prices rose from $66.96 to $105.25 in October 2026.
Poverty Rate Claim
Trump claimed the poverty rate reached its lowest level in American history, but the supplemental poverty measure shows higher rates.
More People Working
Trump said more Americans were working than at any time in history, but employment-to-population ratio declined since 2025.
Economic Growth Claim
Trump claimed his terms had the greatest economic growth, but real GDP growth peaked at 3% in 2018 and was 2.3% in 2025.
Investing in America
Trump claimed $21 trillion was invested in the U.S., but White House data shows only $11.2 trillion in new investment.
Factories Claim
Trump said more factories were being built than at any time in history, but manufacturing construction spending declined since late 2024.
Medicare Checks
Trump claimed Medicare funds were hidden and would pay seniors $100 checks, but payments are $90 each from a $2 billion fund.
$5,000 Checks
Trump promised $5,000 checks to all citizens if Republicans win Congress, but funding would cost $1.2 trillion.
Tax Cuts Claim
Trump claimed tax cuts for tips, overtime, and Social Security, but exclusions have income limits and expire after 2028.
Prescription Drug Prices
Trump claimed drug prices dropped by 300-700 percent under his agreements, but evidence shows minimal savings for Americans.
Violent Crime Claim
Trump claimed violent crime dropped significantly under his presidency, but declines were part of long-term trends.
Drug Smuggling Claim
Trump claimed drug smuggling dropped by 97% after the Iran war, but data shows cherry-picked seizure figures.
Illegal Immigration Claim
Trump claimed 25 million people entered illegally, but actual numbers are 7.3 million caught crossing borders.
Zero Admissions Claim
Trump claimed zero illegal aliens were admitted in 17 months, but Border Patrol apprehends 5,000-10,000 migrants monthly.
Climate Change Claim
Trump falsely claimed climate change wasn't real and the world was getting cooler, but global temperatures have been rising.
Ending Wars Claim
Trump claimed he settled eight wars, but experts credit him with four conflicts and other presidents helped end wars too.
2020 Election Claim
Trump falsely claimed Democrats cheated in the 2020 election, but Biden won more popular votes and electoral votes.
What it means
FactCheck.org found Trump's false claims about inflation, oil prices, poverty, and immigration during 2026 midterm rallies.
