Trump's Pride Month Claim: Debunking the Deepfake Video

A rumor is spreading that President Donald Trump declared June no longer Pride Month, but "Confidence Month." This claim started from a satirical deepfake video shared online in April 2026. In the video, Trump appears to say, "Pride is a sin," and announces the cancellation of Pride Month. However, this video isn’t real. It comes from an account known for satire, which even labeled the video as a deepfake. Fact-checkers at USA Today confirmed it was fake back in May 2025. The truth is that Trump has not issued any proclamation about Pride Month, as he didn’t during his first term either. His press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, stated that Trump is proud to be a president for all Americans, regardless of their background. So, what’s the takeaway? Misinformation can easily spread online, but checking sources is crucial to understanding the truth behind these claims.