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PolitiFact Uncovers 11 Instances of Presidential Deception Throughout U.S. History

22 Jun 2026 9:28 a.m. · Source: PolitiFact's Josie Hollingsworth <josie

PolitiFact's historical review for the 250th anniversary reveals 11 instances of presidents shading truth or lying, from Jackson's deceptive treaty to Trump's election claims, highlighting evolving transparency and the impact of presidential untruths.

Politics and Government Media Conflict General Politics Federal Government Election Military Social Issues PolitiFact Presidential falsehoods US history Andrew Jackson Donald Trump Fact-checking Political Science
March 4: A Pivotal Date in US Presidential Inaugurations and Idaho's Creation

4 Mar 2026 8:03 a.m. · Source: U.S. Library of Congress

March 4th marked the traditional Inauguration Day for US presidents until 1937, and also the date President Lincoln signed the act creating Idaho Territory.

Politics and Government Media Presidential Inauguration March 4 Idaho Territory Abraham Lincoln Andrew Jackson Twentieth Amendment US History U.S. Library of Congress