Fact Check: Does the United States have more nuclear weapons than any other country?

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Claimant: Donald Trump (R)


Claim: “We have more nuclear weapons than any other country.”


Rating: BLATANT LIE


Explanation: Russia currently possesses more total nuclear warheads than the U.S., according to independent arms-control data. Although the U.S. maintains more active warheads, overall totals favor Russia by several hundred weapons.


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Date: 11/11/2025




 

Last Updated on November 12, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check


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