Fact Check: Did the Atlanta Fed Project 5.4% GDP Growth for Fourth Quarter?

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Claimant: President Donald Trump (R)

Claim: Fourth-quarter growth was projected to be 5.4% based on the Atlanta Fed.

Rating: MISLEADING

Explanation: The Atlanta Fed’s GDPNow estimate fluctuates frequently as new data is released. While it briefly projected growth near 5.4%, later updates in late January and early February revised the estimate downward, making the higher figure outdated.

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Date: 03/17/2026

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Last Updated on March 17, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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