Trump's False Claims on Afghanistan Troop Deaths Fact-Checked

Former President Trump misleads Gold Star families in Arlington TikTok video, falsely stating no troop fatalities during last 18 months of his term.

Trump's video, filmed at Arlington National Cemetery, has been viewed over 11 million times on TikTok.
Federal law prohibits election-related activities at military cemeteries, raising legal questions about the video.
Analysis shows 12 U.S. troop deaths in Afghanistan during the last 18 months of Trump's presidency.
Trump's claim inaccurately merges an 18-month period spanning both his and Biden's presidencies.
The Washington Post awarded Trump two Pinocchios for the misleading statement.