Trump made major promises that were not fulfilled, including that Mexico would pay for a border wall, that he would repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, and that he would deliver a sweeping infrastructure plan. The national debt rose substantially during his term.
Broken Promises & Failed Follow-Through
Key Facts3
- 01Border wall: Trump said Mexico would pay; CBP reported hundreds of miles built or replaced, with a much smaller share classified as new primary wall
- 02ACA repeal: Republicans attempted to repeal the Affordable Care Act in 2017 but the effort failed in Congress
- 03Infrastructure: The promised $1 trillion package was never enacted during his term
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