Republican Convention Speeches

SOURCE www.factcheck.org
Multiple speakers at the Republican convention made misleading and false claims about immigration, crime, and economic statistics. They falsely blamed President Biden for high inflation and claimed violent crime had increased, despite data showing a decline. Claims about record low unemployment rates and border security under Trump were also debunked.

Key Points

  • Economists attribute high inflation to fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, not Biden's policies
  • Data shows a decline in violent crime and murders under Biden, contrary to claims made at the convention
  • Unemployment rates for African Americans, Hispanic Americans, and women were lower or as low under Biden as they were under Trump
  • Claims about Trump delivering the most secure border and energy independence were inaccurate

Cons

  • Misleading and false claims were made by multiple speakers
  • Claims about crime statistics and economic data were debunked
  • Inaccurate statements were made about record low unemployment rates and border security under Trump