Claim: Leading up to the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, certain election volunteers are receiving training on how to respond if federal agents attempt to intimidate voters at polling locations. Rating: True A viral social media post shared across platforms like Threads and Facebook in late October sparked widespread discussion and user inquiries. The post detailed … Read more
Claim: Elections in the United States have been decided by illegal votes submitted for deceased individuals who remained on voter registration lists. Verdict: Historically, the assertion that ballots cast in the names of deceased voters still on rolls have swung U.S. election outcomes is untrue. This narrative gained significant traction through Donald Trump’s “Stop the … Read more
Fact Check: The Pentagon’s FORTRESS Initiative and the 90-Day Base Resilience Plan Claim: A Pentagon initiative announced in late 2026, known as FORTRESS, mandates that U.S. military installations must be capable of functioning for at least 90 days without any external civilian support, such as power, water, fuel, or commercial supply chains. Rating: Mostly True … Read more
Online speculation has surfaced regarding the gender identity of Shiloh Jolie, the daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, following a viral rumor alleging she has begun transitioning. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: A widely shared image on social media has triggered unfounded rumors that Shiloh Jolie has started transitioning to a man after allegedly being spotted … Read more
A viral video circulating online claims to show a newborn infant sitting up in a hospital bed with a full-grown mustache. However, this clip is entirely fake and was generated using artificial intelligence. The Viral Claim In late October, a short video began spreading rapidly across platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. … Read more
A viral screenshot suggesting Donald Trump made a remark about Nicki Minaj’s appearance has intensified rumors surrounding the duo’s relationship. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Rapper Nicki Minaj and President Donald Trump have remained a frequent topic of conversation following the artist’s high-profile appearance at an October 25 rally in Michigan. Amid online chatter suggesting the hip-hop … Read more
The rumor emerged following unfounded allegations by Trump regarding Brazil’s electoral process. WASHINGTON, DC: Following the defeat of Donald Trump’s ally, Flavio Bolsonaro, in Brazil’s election, social media platforms have been flooded with an unsubstantiated rumor alleging that Trump blamed former President Joe Biden for interfering in the South American vote. The claim has triggered … Read more
The viral rumor emerged amid growing voter frustration over surging fuel costs linked to the Trump administration. WASHINGTON, DC: A fictitious social media exchange is making the rounds online, alleging a dramatic confrontation between Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and President Donald Trump. The fabricated post claims Riyadh announced an 80% slash in daily … Read more
A baseless conspiracy theory alleging that former First Lady Michelle Obama is a man has persisted on the internet for years. WASHINGTON, DC: A long-standing, fabricated rumor targeting Michelle Obama has surfaced once again, accompanied by a fresh claim that both Barack and Michelle Obama are weighing legal action against individuals promoting the falsehood. This … Read more
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA — A viral post on X has triggered widespread rumors suggesting that North West posted screenshots of a private iMessage exchange with her father, Kanye “Ye” West, concerning her health and weight. According to the circulating images, the rapper purportedly urged his teenage daughter to consult medical professionals, adopt a healthier diet, … Read more