Daniel Dale
Daniel Dale is a renowned journalist and fact-checker best known for his work with CNN, where he has gained prominence for his rigorous examination of political statements and claims. He has been a leading figure in the field of political fact-checking, particularly during Donald Trump's presidency, where he meticulously debunked numerous falsehoods. His commitment to journalistic integrity and clarity has made him a trusted source for audiences seeking accurate information in a time of widespread misinformation. Dale's work not only highlights the importance of accountability in politics but also emphasizes the critical role of journalism in democracy.
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CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks his claims.
New photos released from Epstein’s estate
United States· 2025-12-19
CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks his claims.
CNN fact-checks Trump’s primetime speechUnited States· 2025-12-18
As CNN’s Daniel Dale writes, even inside the first minute of his speech, Trump falsely claimed that he came into office with inflation the 'worst in 48 years.'
4 takeaways from Trump’s White House address to the nationUnited States· 2025-12-18
Daniel Dale wrote a rundown of Trump's lies about the economy.
Analysis: Trump’s flailing on the economy is worse than Biden’sUnited States· 2025-11-11
CNN's Daniel Dale reports on Trump's Walmart Thanksgiving basket claim.
Dana Bash on why Rep. Jared golden is leaving congressUnited States· 2025-11-08
CNN's Daniel Dale reports on Trump's Walmart Thanksgiving basket claim.
Gov. Shapiro: ‘JD Vance is a total phony’United States· 2025-11-08
CNN's Daniel Dale reports on Trump's Walmart Thanksgiving basket claim.
CNN reports from major US airports amid government shutdownUnited States· 2025-11-08
CNN's Daniel Dale reports.
Fact Check: Trump’s Walmart Thanksgiving basket claimUnited States· 2025-11-08
CNN’s Daniel Dale looked into Walmart’s promotional Thanksgiving meal basket.
Trump is being challenged on affordability by his favorite media source — Fox NewsUnited States· 2025-11-07
CNN’s Daniel Dale produced a comprehensive new fact check debunking the president’s claims that Democrats use mail-in voting to cheat.
Trump’s new warnings about mail-in voting are the most sinister yetUnited States· 2025-08-20
According to an analysis by CNN journalist Daniel Dale, crime in Washington has declined significantly since a spike in 2023.
Trump claims Washington’s murder rate is higher than Bogotá or Mexico City. Here’s what the stats from those countries sayUnited States· 2025-08-12
CNN’s Daniel Dale fact-checks Trump’s claims.
Epstein’s brother vividly details relationship between Trump and EpsteinUnited States· 2025-07-23
CNN’s Daniel Dale fact-checks Trump’s claims.
WHY SOME NEW YORKERS VOTED FOR TRUMP AND MAMDANIUnited States· 2025-07-22
CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks what Trump has said about his 'big, beautiful bill'.
VIDEO: Burchett said he was closer to voting yes on Trump’s bill after talking to the presidentUnited States· 2025-07-03
CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks what Trump has said about his 'big, beautiful bill'.
Kaitlan Collins reports on Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill drama this week at the White HouseUnited States· 2025-07-03
CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks what Trump has said about his 'big, beautiful bill'.
U.S. House takes up Trump Agenda billUnited States· 2025-07-03
CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks what Trump has said about his 'big, beautiful bill'.
Video: ‘Deal with the devil’: AOC rails on House floor over Trump’s megabillUnited States· 2025-07-02
CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks what Trump has said about his 'big, beautiful bill'.
Video: What the GOP’s $1 trillion Medicaid cuts could mean for healthcareUnited States· 2025-07-02
CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks what Trump has said about his 'big, beautiful bill'.
Video: Ex-USAID chief says gutting of agency could put millions at risk of deathUnited States· 2025-07-02
CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks what Trump has said about his 'big, beautiful bill'.
Video: Musk and Trump are fighting (again) over the ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’United States· 2025-07-01
CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks what Trump has said about his 'big, beautiful bill'.
Video: Trump’s new product comes with a gold statue of himUnited States· 2025-07-01CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks what Trump has said about his 'big, beautiful bill'.
Video: Senate works overnight on Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’United States· 2025-07-01CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks what Trump has said about his 'big, beautiful bill'
Video: Latino influencers support Trump amid deportations, ICE raidsUnited States· 2025-07-01
CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks what Trump has said about his 'big, beautiful bill'.
Watch: ‘Musk is right about this’: Elizabeth Warren shocked to find agreement with Musk over megabillUnited States· 2025-07-01CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks what Trump has said about his 'big, beautiful bill'.
GOP senator warns Trump and Republicans about ‘big, beautiful bill’United States· 2025-06-30Daniel Dale fact-checks Trump administration's case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
CNN Poll: Majorities oppose Trump deporting migrants to Salvadoran prison, canceling international student visasUnited States· 2025-04-30
Daniel Dale fact-checked Stephen Miller's claim about a mistakenly deported man.
Watch Dana Bash’s full interview with Hakeem JeffriesUnited States· 2025-04-17
CNN's Daniel Dale fact-checks Stephen Miller's claim about mistakenly deported man.
‘Nonsense’: CNN’s Daniel Dale fact-checks Stephen Miller’s claim about mistakenly deported manUnited States· 2025-04-15
Daniel Dale fact-checks Trump’s address to Congress.
Daniel Dale fact-checks Trump’s address to CongressUnited States· 2025-03-05
‘The president keeps using a fictional figure’: Daniel Dale fact checks Trump’s Ukrainian aid claim.
Video shows juvenile detention officers standing by as teens fight each otherUnited States· 2025-03-04
