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Claimant: Donald Trump
Claim: In one year, the U.S. trade deficit was slashed by 77%.
Rating: MISLEADING
Explanation: Through Trump’s first 10 months in office, the cumulative U.S. trade deficit was down about 3.9% compared with the same period in 2024. The 77% figure results from selectively comparing one month’s deficit to another later month, which overstates the overall change.
Date: 02/06/2026
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Last Updated on February 6, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check