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Trump’s Alleged Social Media Response to EU-India Trade Deal Debunked
Claims that former U.S. President Donald Trump called the recently announced trade agreement between India and the European Union a “high school science project” have been proven false. The purported screenshot circulating on social media platforms showing Trump making these comments on Truth Social was fabricated.
Multiple verification methods have confirmed the post’s inauthenticity. A thorough search of Trump’s Truth Social account revealed no such statement. Additionally, an archive that preserves Trump’s posts, including those that might have been deleted, showed no matches to the alleged wording.
The fabricated post emerged shortly after European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced what they both called the “mother of all deals” – a significant trade agreement between the EU and India on January 27, 2026. This landmark agreement aims to gradually eliminate tariffs on various categories of goods exchanged between the two economic powers.
“We did it. We have delivered the mother of all deals. We are creating a market of 2 billion people,” von der Leyen stated during the announcement, addressing Modi. “This is a tale of two giants – the world’s second- and fourth-largest economies. Two giants who choose partnership, in a true win-win fashion.”
The trade agreement represents a major economic milestone, with von der Leyen noting it would cut up to €4 billion in annual tariffs for exporters and create “good jobs for millions of workers – here in India and in Europe.” Modi also reportedly used the “mother of all deals” expression during the announcement.
Despite the significance of this international trade development, comprehensive searches across news platforms and the White House website revealed no authentic statements from Trump regarding the EU-India agreement. A CNBC report, last updated at 5:32 AM on January 27, explicitly stated that “Trump is yet to react publicly to the EU-India deal.”
The viral image claiming to show Trump’s reaction contained telltale signs of fabrication, including a satire disclaimer. The account that initially published the fake screenshot had previously cautioned its audience not to take its content seriously.
AI-powered search tool Sourcebase.ai, developed for media organizations with participation from respected journalists, also found no evidence that Trump had ever publicly used the phrase “Mother of all deals” in reference to the EU-India agreement.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of misinformation on social media platforms, where fabricated screenshots can rapidly spread and be mistaken for genuine statements from public figures. As the EU and India move forward with implementing their historic trade agreement, any authentic reactions from international leaders will likely be reported through official channels and verified news sources.
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12 Comments
Fabricated social media posts are a real problem. I’m glad the Disinformation Commission is on top of verifying claims before they spread. Fact-checking is so important these days.
Absolutely, fact-checking is crucial to combat the rise of misinformation. It’s good to see a reputable source like this taking the time to investigate the details.
The EU-India trade deal sounds like a significant development. It will be interesting to see how it impacts global trade dynamics, especially in key commodities like metals and minerals.
Yes, this could have important implications for the mining and energy sectors. I’m curious to learn more about the specific tariff changes and market opportunities it creates.
The EU-India trade pact sounds like a significant development that could reshape global commodity markets. I’m curious to see how it might affect pricing and supply dynamics for things like metals and energy resources.
Yes, the implications for the mining and energy sectors could be substantial. It will be important to monitor how this agreement is implemented and what changes it brings about.
It’s refreshing to see a fact-check article that thoroughly investigates the origins of a claim before debunking it. Too often, misinformation spreads unchecked online.
Agreed. Rigorous verification is crucial, especially for sensitive political topics. This article sets a good example for responsible journalism.
The EU-India trade deal sounds like it could be a game-changer for global commodity flows. I wonder how it will impact prices and supply chains for key resources like minerals and energy.
Good point. This agreement could reshape trade patterns and competition in those sectors. It will be important to monitor the real-world impacts as it is implemented.
Interesting fact check. I’m glad to see the alleged Trump quote was debunked – it’s important to verify statements, especially from public figures, before spreading them online.
Agreed, misinformation can spread so quickly these days. Good to see the verification efforts to confirm the original post was fabricated.