Fact-Checking Trump's 2025 Address to Congress

Prepared by the CBS News Confirmed team, this analysis verifies the claims made by President Trump during his 2025 address to Congress. This was his inaugural speech to the Senate and House after his election victory in the previous November. Central themes expected in his address included domestic and international policy, economic strategies, immigration control, and diplomatic plans concerning the Middle East and the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.

Examining Trump's Statement on Declining Illegal Border Crossings

A glance at recent figures reveals that the illegal crossings at the U.S.-Mexico border in February hit a historical low, unseen in over two decades. CBS News accessed provisional data showing about 8,450 apprehensions occurring outside sanctioned border points of entry. While awaiting final adjustments in published data, this figure likely represents the lowest since 2000. Historical data from 1968 indicates that such low monthly apprehensions are rare.

This figure marks a remarkable reduction compared to recent years. Notably, during record surges under the previous administration in 2023, border officials reported over 8,000 apprehensions within just 24 hours.

Analysis of Trump's Inflation Statement

Trump asserted that the U.S. endured unprecedented inflation; however, while the inflation rate climaxed in June 2022—the highest since 1981—it wasn't the worst recorded. The inflation peak was in April 1980 at a staggering 14.6%. Comparatively, under the Biden administration, inflation saw a rise but has since settled at 3% by January 2025.

The Reality Behind the WHO Withdrawal

President Trump announced his intention to exit the World Health Organization, yet the decision is not finalized. Ongoing dialogues suggest the withdrawal might not materialize, as both Trump and WHO officials seem open to negotiating the U.S.'s status within the organization. Throughout this uncertain period, U.S. health authorities have adapted by granting exceptions to engage with the WHO, including participation in critical health initiatives and meetings for flu vaccinations.

Evaluating Trump's Allegation about Rising Egg Prices

A rise in egg prices during Biden's term was attributed to a prolific bird flu outbreak. The Biden administration sought to manage this with various initiatives. New strategies were introduced to mitigate the bird flu, although some propositions extend from Joe Biden's presidency. Discussions on boosting egg importation were initiated, although public funds wouldn't subsidize these import activities. Plans to modify poultry infection management and initiate vaccination programs are also under consideration, contingent upon overcoming previous barriers.