What The Fact: Checking U.S. Deployments In The Middle East

Katie and Aaron from PolitiFact discuss Donald Trump's claims about withdrawing troops from the Middle East. They contrast his statements with Brett McGurk's assertion that Trump has actually increased troop numbers in the region. The video provides context on US military deployments globally and historically, highlighting the complexities of troop withdrawals. The fact-check confirms McGurk's claims, challenging Trump's narrative.

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