Donald Trump
“Mexico will pay for the wall”
Mexico did not pay for the wall. US taxpayers funded construction through diverted military funds and congressional appropriations.
“Ending the Russia-Ukraine war quickly”
War continues as of April 2026. No deal reached. Multiple envoy visits produced no ceasefire.
“Deal with China in 30 days (2025)”
No deal in 30 days. A 90-day tariff reduction was announced May 12 after escalation to 125% on both sides. Full truce didn't come until November 2025.
“48 hours to open the Strait of Hormuz”
Deadline passed. Trump postponed, citing "productive conversations." No power plants were hit.
“100% tariff on movies made outside the US”
No 100% movie tariff was implemented. The announcement was widely seen as a negotiating tactic aimed at Hollywood production leaving the US.
“Pausing energy plant destruction for 10 days”
Deadline passed. Extended again.
“48 hours before all Hell will reign down”
Deadline passed. Trump extended it again to April 7.
“A whole civilization will die tonight”
Deadline passed. Instead of strikes, Trump announced a 2-week ceasefire brokered by Pakistan's PM. Iran agreed to allow safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.