A few weeks ago, a video started making the rounds on social media. It popped up on Truth Social and quickly spread across platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok. The video claimed that Warren Buffett—the world-famous investor known for his calm wisdom and long-term thinking—had given massive praise to President Donald Trump’s economic policies.
According to the video, Warren Buffett had said that Trump’s approach was “the best he’d seen in 50 years.” That kind of statement would have been a major endorsement. It would’ve sounded like Buffett, often called the “Oracle of Omaha,” was giving the current president a glowing review of how he’s handling the U.S. economy.
But there was just one issue: Warren Buffett never said any of it.
Not long after the video started spreading, Buffett’s company, Berkshire Hathaway, stepped in. The company released a statement that shut the rumor down quickly:
“There are reports currently circulating on social media regarding comments allegedly made by Warren E. Buffett. All such reports are false.”
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That short message made it clear the quote was completely made up. But Buffett himself didn’t hold a press conference. He didn’t post online or go on television to explain anything. He simply allowed the company’s firm response to do the talking.
Warren Buffett’s Silence Speaks Volumes
Warren Buffett’s decision to stay quiet wasn’t an accident. It was a deliberate, smart move. He’s known for thinking carefully and avoiding rushed reactions—especially when things are confusing or fast-changing.
He later told CNBC’s Becky Quick that he wouldn’t be sharing any opinions on the economy, the markets, or tariffs until Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting on May 3 in Omaha. That meeting is a major event for the company’s investors, and that’s where Buffett has promised to speak.
So for now, Warren Buffett is staying silent. He’s not giving any opinions—positive or negative—about President Trump’s economic decisions. He’s not discussing whether tariffs are a good or bad idea. He’s not even commenting on whether the math behind those tariffs makes sense.
As one report pointed out, “He’s not explaining why he thinks tariffs are good or bad or whether he thinks that the government’s formula for calculating reciprocal tariffs is bad math.”
And there’s a reason for that silence. When the situation is chaotic and unclear, jumping into the conversation too early can create more confusion. Buffett knows this. He’s not staying quiet because he’s afraid. He’s staying quiet because it’s the smart thing to do.
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There may come a time when silence is no longer the best option. But until then, Buffett is keeping his focus on his company and its shareholders—not on online rumors or public arguments.
Guarding His Words Like His Investments
Warren Buffett understands how powerful his words can be. When he speaks, people listen—and sometimes, entire markets react. That’s why he treats his words like gold: rare, valuable, and only used when absolutely needed.
So when the false quote began to spread, Buffett didn’t give it more attention than it deserved. He didn’t release a long statement. He didn’t personally say, “That’s not what I believe.” He simply had his company release a short correction. That was enough.
Buffett didn’t need to defend himself. He didn’t need to debate the quote. And most importantly, he didn’t say anything more than necessary. As one writer put it, “So far, he isn’t saying anything exactly to say that he isn’t saying anything.”
That may sound confusing at first—but it’s actually a very smart approach. By refusing to add fuel to the fire, Buffett showed that not every false story deserves a loud response.
In the end, Warren Buffett didn’t get pulled into the drama. He corrected the lie and moved on. No shouting. No interviews. Just silence—with purpose.
