Fact-check · Sep 9, 2026 · Donald Trump
“Under this president, more Americans are working than ever before.”
FALSESaid in 3 broadcasts
What the record shows
BLS reports 162.7 million employed in August 2026, down from all-time high of 163.99 million in December 2025.
Sources
From: LIVE: RNC 2026 National Convention in Dallas Features President Trump on Day 1
Every time it was said
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