Arnold Schwarzenegger says Trump’s self-reported weight is as believable as climate change being a hoax.

[ 03/10/2023 16:20 ] Read on independent.co.uk

Report Overview: The article contains several manipulations such as biased language, cherry-picking data, and appeal to authority. These manipulations decrease the objectivity of the article.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger (70)

Donald Trump (50)

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Arnold Schwarzenegger

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Detected Manipulations & Suggested Changes

Biased language

The article uses biased language to favor Arnold Schwarzenegger over Donald Trump.

Arnold Schwarzenegger shared doubts about Donald Trump’s self-reported weight with a brutal burn against both the former president and climate crisis deniers in his party.

Use neutral language to present the information without favoring any side.

Cherry-picking data

The article selectively presents information about Donald Trump's weight, focusing on inconsistencies and opinions rather than providing a balanced view.

Mr Trump’s weight made headlines in August when he was required to report it during his arrest for election interference charges in Georgia. His booking forms stated that he is 6’3” with “blond or strawberry” hair and blue eyes - weighing 215 pounds. That number drew questions as it was noted that his weight was listed at 240 pounds just four months earlier when he was indicted on criminal charges in New York in April.

Provide a more comprehensive view of the information, including any explanations or context for the differences in reported weight.

Appeal to authority

The article uses Arnold Schwarzenegger's bodybuilding expertise to question the accuracy of Donald Trump's reported weight.

Mr Kimmel asked guest Mr Schwarzenegger if he thought, given his bodybuilding expertise, that 215lbs was an accurate weight for the former president.

Avoid relying solely on an individual's authority and provide a more balanced analysis of the weight discrepancy.

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