whataboutism - discrediting a criticism by accusing hypocrisy, in order to shift the focus away from oneself and onto others. (2 uses)

false claim - a statement that is directly contradicted by fact and can be easily proven untrue. (2 uses)

half truth - a statement that is essentially true, but lacking critical information and presented as the whole truth. (1 use)

the American people - promoting a position as having the overwhelming support of all Americans, while providing no evidence that it does. (1 use)

misleading claim - a statement with a few elements or kernel of truth, which can easily be proven deceptive or fundamentally untrue. (1 use)