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One of the most contentious images circulating involves a sign placed next to Schumer during a press conference, claiming that President Trump's top priority is "the White House ballroom construction." Critics argue that this is a misrepresentation, taken from an out-of-context quote about ongoing renovations, not a lack of concern for the shutdown or national welfare.
Fact-checking by outlets like CNN confirmed that the quote was about White House renovations, not neglect of broader issues. The sign’s message is viewed by many as a dishonest framing tactic—an attempt to deflect attention from the real issues by creating a distraction and assigning false priorities to the president.