Fact-Checking Key Claims from the First 2024 Presidential Debate

Biden and Trump's statements on troop deaths, national debt, and economic policies scrutinized

Biden falsely claimed no U.S. troops died during his presidency; multiple incidents were documented.
Trump's term saw a significant increase in national debt, driven by pandemic spending and tax cuts.
Biden inaccurately stated that he inherited 15% unemployment; the rate was 6.4% when he took office.
Claims about reduced prescription drug costs under Biden's policies were found to be misleading.
Border Patrol encounters have decreased, but experts question the long-term impact of recent measures.