The intense analysis of the first presidential debate in the USA.

The first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden in the United States has generated intense analysis by the BBC's fact-checking unit, BBC Verify, which has uncovered multiple falsehoods and inconsistencies in the claims made by both candidates. The hot topics of the economy, abortion, immigration, and taxes were the battleground where Trump and Biden launched their statements, trying to influence voters ahead of the November elections. One of the most controversial points was Trump's accusation against Biden for being behind a criminal trial that led to his recent conviction in New York for falsifying documents to hide payments to actress Stormy Daniels. However, it was verified that the case was brought by New York prosecutors and not by a federal authority, debunking the president's claim. Regarding the abortion issue, Biden stated that he would restore the Roe v. Wade law, sparking a discussion on gestation periods and the possibility of terminating pregnancies in advanced stages. Trump's claim that Biden supported the murder of babies in the ninth month of gestation turned out to be false, as the law includes specific regulations on abortion in each trimester, protecting both the woman's health and the fetus. The debate also focused on immigration, where Biden highlighted a 40% decrease in people crossing the border illegally during his term, a claim that was mostly verified as true. However, it was noted that the number of border encounters does not necessarily equate to the number of people entering the country. Another controversial statement was Biden's claim about the lack of troop deaths under his term, which was refuted by recalling soldiers who died during his presidency, including events like the attack in Jordan and at the Kabul airport during the Afghanistan withdrawal. Regarding the economy, Trump accused Biden of having the largest deficit in the country's history, a claim that was debunked by data showing a reduction in the deficit during Biden's administration compared to Trump's. The discussion on taxes was also present, with Trump alleging a supposed tax increase under Biden's government, a claim that was discredited by showing that the president's budget does not aim to quadruple taxes but rather includes cuts for most families and increases for higher-income families. The lack of intervention by CNN moderators Dana Bash and Jake Tapper was also criticized for allowing the candidates to evade questions and make unchallenged claims. The absence of fact-checking during the debate has been pointed out as a factor that benefits the candidates rather than properly informing the voters. In summary, the presidential debate in the US has exposed the need for greater fact-checking and more active moderation to ensure that the information presented to voters is accurate and truthful. The falsehoods and inconsistencies exposed during this encounter highlight the importance of rigorous journalism committed to the truth to strengthen democracy and transparency in the electoral process.