Fact-checking Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention
Briefly

from www.bostonherald.com4 months ago
Former President Barack Obama asserted that Donald Trump intends for middle-class Americans to bear the burden of substantial tax cuts that predominantly favor wealthy individuals, an oversimplification that disregards the broader benefits of Trump's proposals across various income brackets.
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Barack Obama praised President Joe Biden for increasing wages among American workers, a trend observed since 2020, although he noted that these gains have not kept pace with inflation, emphasizing the need for a better economic comparison.
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Sen. Bernie Sanders pointed to Trump's Project 2025, alleging that it pushes for budget cuts affecting Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. However, Trump has distanced himself from this project, asserting it does not advocate for cuts to Social Security.
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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's claim that Donald Trump issued a Muslim ban during his presidency was misleading; the executive orders in question did not completely bar Muslims from entering the United States, contrasting with Schumer's implications.
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