President Biden recently sat down for an interview with George Stephanopoulos of ABC News where he addressed concerns about his performance in the first presidential debate. During the interview, Mr. Biden made some claims that needed fact-checking.
One of the claims made by President Biden was that after the debate, he participated in 10 major events in a row, including late-night events until 2 o’clock in the morning. While it is true that Mr. Biden has been actively campaigning since the debate, the statement appears to be exaggerated. According to his public calendar, he has indeed traveled up and down the East Coast and attended over a dozen events, but whether these events can be classified as “major” or if the crowds were truly “large” is subjective.
Additionally, President Biden made a statement at a rally in Wisconsin where he confidently said he would “beat him again in 2020,” referring to former President Trump. At a Fourth of July barbecue, he also referred to Mr. Trump as “one of our former colleagues” before correcting himself. These statements, while not entirely false, may be seen as hyperbolic or exaggerated.
Despite these claims, it is essential to fact-check statements made by politicians to ensure transparency and accuracy. It is crucial for the public to have access to the truth and not be misled by misinformation. As journalists, it is our responsibility to hold leaders accountable and present the facts to the public in a clear and concise manner.
