Fact Check: Did Trump say he would turn on a “giant faucet” in California to extinguish Canadian wildfires?

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Claimant: Social Media

Claim: A screenshot authentically shows a July 2026 Truth Social post by President Donald Trump saying he would turn on a “GIANT FAUCET” in California to extinguish wildfires in Canada.

Rating: BLATANT LIE

Explanation: The screenshot was fabricated and does not show an authentic Truth Social post from Donald Trump. There is no evidence that Trump published the statement about turning on a “giant faucet” to extinguish Canadian wildfires.

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Date: 07/22/2026

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Last Updated on July 22, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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