Fact-checking US President Trump’s speech marking one year in office

Al JazeeraCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete by By Louis Jacobson and Maria Ramirez Uribe | PolitifactJanuary 21, 2026 at 03:51 PM
Fact-checking US President Trump’s speech marking one year in office

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On the one-year anniversary of his second term, US President Donald Trump delivered a 104-minute speech at the White House, highlighting his administration's accomplishments and policies. He showcased photos of individuals arrested by ICE in Minneapolis, a city experiencing large-scale raids and protests. Trump addressed policies related to the economy, stating that tariffs have not caused inflation, a claim that contrasts with price data indicating overall price increases. He also asserted that his administration prioritizes deporting criminals, though detailed deportation data is unavailable. Trump answered questions on foreign policy, including his pursuit of Greenland, the "Board of Peace" in Gaza, and the situation in Venezuela, ahead of his trip to the World Economic Forum in Davos.

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