This episode explores the accuracy of claims made by Donald Trump during the first 100 days of his presidency. Against the backdrop of Trump's celebratory speech in Michigan, the podcast interviews Mike Wendling, a BBC reporter, to fact-check several statements. For instance, Trump's claim of an 87% decrease in egg prices is debunked, with Wendling citing a more realistic 50% decrease from peak prices due to avian flu. More significantly, the discussion pivots to the stock market, where Trump's claim of an 88% increase during his first term contrasts sharply with a 7% drop in the S&P 500 during his second term's initial 100 days. However, Trump's assertion of record-low illegal border crossings is supported by data, although limited to figures available since 2000. Finally, the podcast examines exaggerated claims about fentanyl-related deaths, highlighting the discrepancy between the actual death toll and the inflated numbers presented by the US Attorney General. In conclusion, the episode demonstrates the importance of fact-checking political claims, revealing significant discrepancies between stated realities and verifiable data.
