FACT FOCUS: A look at false and misleading claims made during Trump’s first Cabinet meeting of 2026

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 6 min read 100% complete by By THE ASSOCIATED PRESSJanuary 30, 2026 at 12:23 AM

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In January 2026, President Donald Trump held his first Cabinet meeting of the year, addressing topics such as the economy, housing, energy, health initiatives, and drug prices. The Associated Press published a fact-check of the meeting, scrutinizing claims made by Trump and other officials. The analysis found instances where statements about the administration's achievements were inaccurate or lacked supporting evidence. For example, Trump claimed "$18 trillion is being invested now," but the AP reported that he presented no evidence to support this assertion. The fact-check aimed to provide clarity on the accuracy of statements made during the meeting.

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