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Claimant: Social Media
Claim: In August 2026, the Trump administration declared brass instruments a national security threat and imposed tariffs on them.
Rating: MOSTLY TRUE
Explanation: Brass instruments were included in proposed tariffs because they contain copper alloys. However, the instruments themselves were not specifically declared a national security threat.
Date: 08/21/2026
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Last Updated on August 21, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check