Fact Check: Viral Post Claiming Trump Called For Tiger Woods’ Pardon Is Fabricated

MIAMI — A viral screenshot allegedly showing President Donald Trump calling for a pardon for golf legend Tiger Woods has been confirmed as a fake. The fabricated Truth Social post began circulating on Saturday, March 28, 2026, shortly after Woods was arrested on suspicion of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) following a rollover car accident in Florida.

1. The Fake Truth Social Post

The viral post, which garnered over a million views on X (formerly Twitter), used Trump’s signature rhetorical style to demand that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis “IMMEDIATELY AND COMPLETELY PARDON” Woods to help “Make Golf Great Again.”

• The Verdict: There is no record of this post on Trump’s official Truth Social account.
• Current Focus: Trump’s recent activity has been strictly focused on the U.S.-Iran war, legislative battles with Chuck Schumer, and the G7 summit.
• Fact Check: Both independent analysts and AI-based fact-checkers (including Grok) have labeled the image a satirical meme rather than a genuine statement.

2. Trump’s Actual Remarks in Miami

While the Truth Social post was fabricated, President Trump did address the situation briefly after landing in Miami for the Future Investment Initiative Priority Summit.

• Support for Woods: Trump described Woods as a “very close friend” and an “amazing man.”
• The Quote: “I feel so badly. He’s got some difficulty. There was an accident, and that’s all I know… he’s an amazing person. But some difficulty.”
• No Comment on Injuries: When pressed by reporters on whether Woods sustained serious injuries in the crash, the President declined to elaborate, stating, “I don’t want to talk about it.”

3. Details of the Incident

The accident occurred on Friday, March 27, near Woods’ home in Florida.

• The Crash: Woods was reportedly driving his Land Rover at high speed on a two-lane road when he attempted to overtake a truck pulling a trailer, resulting in a rollover.
• The Charges: Woods was booked into the Martin County Jail on charges of DUI, Property Damage, and Refusal to Submit to a Lawful Test.
• Impairment Update: While officials noted signs of impairment at the scene, a subsequent breathalyzer test confirmed zero alcohol was in his system. Investigations are ongoing to determine if prescription medication or other substances were involved.

Status Update: Tiger Woods (March 28, 2026)