An image circulating online, purportedly showing U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham with two shirtless fighters at a UFC event at the White House on June 14, 2026, has been identified as fabricated. The image spread across various social media platforms, including Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Threads, and Reddit. Many posts alluded to rumors about Graham’s personal … Read more
A widely circulated social media post claims Donald Trump admitted to lacking morals, ethics, and integrity, stating he would “lie, cheat, & steal to get what I want.” This assertion has ignited considerable debate and speculation online. The alleged quote, which has garnered hundreds of thousands of views across platforms like X, Facebook, Threads, and … Read more
An image circulating on social media platforms features California Governor Gavin Newsom, accompanied by an unsubstantiated quote suggesting the state is preparing to secede from the United States. This has led to widespread discussion, mockery, and speculation online. The circulating claim asserts that California will cease all federal tax payments and is planning to become … Read more
Social media platforms are buzzing with a claim that Donald Trump accused his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, of misleading him into conflict with Iran. This assertion has rapidly gained traction online, sparking widespread discussion and confusion regarding its veracity. Amidst ongoing heightened tensions in the Middle East and US foreign policy towards Iran, this allegation quickly … Read more
A viral social media post has circulated, alleging that the rapper Eminem called for Donald Trump’s imprisonment in response to recently unsealed court documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. The claim, which gained traction on platforms like X and Facebook, has garnered significant attention and sparked online discussion. These rumors emerged following a federal judge’s directive … Read more
A persistent online rumor claims that U.S. Social Security payments have been officially renamed “federal benefit payments.” This assertion is false. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has long categorized its disbursements as “federal benefit payments.” This is not a new designation or an official name change. The term “benefits” itself is used by the SSA … Read more
Florida Republicans gathered in South Florida on June 27 for an event they dubbed the "Sunshine State Showdown." For U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, who was the featured speaker and the leading GOP contender for governor, the occasion felt more like a cordial discussion than a contest. The event did not feature a debate among gubernatorial … Read more
A claim circulating on social media alleged that a U.S. military dog named Valor was honored at the Pentagon for surviving a suicide bombing and saving 47 soldiers in 2023. This story, which appeared on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Reddit, described Valor as being injured by a suicide bomber, subsequently stopping three more attackers, … Read more
A story circulating online claimed that a beluga whale escaped from a research facility in Seward, Alaska, to reunite with its calf. The narrative described the whale meticulously planning its escape and traveling hundreds of miles back to Cook Inlet to be with its young. Accompanying this story were images purportedly showing the whale leaping … Read more
A widely circulated online post depicted what appeared to be a New York Post front page, featuring Jalen Brunson and a headline suggesting the Knicks had declined an invitation. The image, circulating online, claims that the 2026 NBA champion New York Knicks turned down President Donald Trump’s invitation to the White House due to his … Read more