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FACT CHECK: President Trump's Record On Jobs And Stocks

President Trump bragged this week about job gains and a rising stock market. So what are the facts?
President Trump is boasting of economic growth, but how much credit does he deserve?

"November was a great month for American workers as President Trump's bold economic vision continues to pay off. With tax reform moving quickly through Congress, confidence in the strength of our economy remains high and families around the country are reaping the benefits. We're especially pleased to see the manufacturing sector roaring back to life, adding a total of 159,000 jobs since President Trump took office after averaging a loss of more than 1,000 jobs per month during the last year of the previous administration. As we continue to unleash the American economy from unnecessary regulation and taxes, we look forward to seeing more

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