Overview
- The CNN analysis, published Dec. 27, compiles high-impact statements Dale concludes are false and repeatedly used by the president.
- Dale characterizes the ranking as highly subjective, guided by how often claims were repeated, their consequence, and their distance from reality.
- Economy entries target assertions of $17–$18 trillion in 2025 investment, that every price is down, massive prescription drug cuts, and foreign countries paying U.S. tariffs.
- Public safety items include claims that Portland was burning down, Washington, D.C., had zero murders for six months, an 'invasion' of Los Angeles to open water, and praise from Maryland’s governor.
- Foreign affairs, justice, and health examples span statements about Ukraine starting the war, ending seven or eight wars, the 2020 election being rigged, Capitol rioters not assaulting anyone, and babies receiving 80-plus vaccines at once.