Media Bias Fact Check (MBFC) publishes daily vetted fact checks from verified IFCN-approved sources. Each claim is independently reviewed for accuracy and context.
Claimant: Donald Trump
Claim: Barack Obama was “one of the most divisive political figures in American history.”
Rating: MOSTLY FALSE
Explanation: Public opinion data does not support the claim. Gallup polling in 2025 shows Barack Obama held the highest favorability rating among the last five presidents, undermining assertions that he was uniquely or exceptionally divisive.
Date: 12/22/2025
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Last Updated on December 22, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check