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Fact check: What is trump doing wrong in America

Checked on June 13, 2025

1. Summary of the results

The analyses reveal several key areas of concern regarding Trump's actions and their potential impact on American democracy:

  • Trump is actively pursuing significant changes to media and governmental institutions through Project 2025, a conservative policy blueprint that includes plans to defund public broadcasting and restrict press access to the White House [1]
  • There's a documented pattern of making false statements, with fact-checkers identifying 100 false claims in his first months back in office in 2025, spanning topics from trade to immigration and foreign policy [2]
  • Trump has maintained his antagonistic stance toward mainstream media, continuing to label news outlets as "enemies of the people" [3]

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

The original question's framing ("what is Trump doing wrong") misses several important contextual elements:

  • Trump has successfully leveraged alternative media platforms, particularly podcasts with hosts like Joe Rogan and Charlie Kirk, to connect with his base [4]
  • He's leading what some view as a legitimate populist movement that represents Americans who feel disenfranchised by traditional political and media establishments [5]
  • There are institutional checks and balances in place that continue to play a vital role in maintaining democratic processes [6]

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

The question itself contains inherent bias by presuming wrongdoing. A more balanced analysis shows:

  • Multiple stakeholders are affected:
  • Traditional media institutions stand to lose influence and access under Trump's policies [1]
  • Civil servants face potential job insecurity through policies like Schedule F [7]
  • Alternative media platforms and conservative podcasters benefit from increased access and influence [4]
  • Factual concerns exist on both sides:
  • While there are documented false claims by Trump [8], including misleading statements about autism rates, Ukraine aid, and border crossings
  • His supporters argue that he's challenging established power structures and giving voice to overlooked Americans [5]

The situation is complex and requires understanding both the institutional challenges and the political movement Trump represents, rather than simply categorizing actions as "right" or "wrong."

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