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Claimant: Donald Trump (R)
Claim: His administration found previously hidden Medicare money and will send more than 20 million seniors checks of at least $100.
Rating: FALSE
Explanation: The money was not hidden; it came from a Medicare improvement fund created by Congress in 2008. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services says eligible beneficiaries will receive $90, not at least $100.
Date: 11/05/2026
Last Updated on November 5, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check