The rumor emerged shortly after Musk acknowledged that SpaceX restricted Ukrainian military operations on the Starlink network. WASHINGTON, DC: Amid rising geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran in the Middle East, social media users have been sharing a viral rumor alleging that billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk launched a scathing attack on the Trump administration, … Read more
Trump’s statement: “We didn’t start the war with Iran. Iran started the war with us.” CORINTH, MISSISSIPPI: Former President Donald Trump sparked intense discussion following remarks at an October 26, 2026, rally in Corinth, Mississippi, where he asserted that Iran was responsible for initiating the ongoing conflict. The assertion brings the origins of the war—and … Read more
With the midterm elections just a week away, a viral social media rumor has falsely claimed that President Donald Trump prematurely declared a sweeping Republican victory across all 50 states. Claim: Trump Announces Pre-Election GOP Landslide A widely shared screenshot—garnering millions of views across platforms like X—purports to show a message posted by Trump on … Read more
Viral rumors claim actor Tim Allen published a lengthy social media post targeting liberals and Democratic lawmakers. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: As crucial midterm elections draw near, a social media rumor has gained traction, alleging that renowned comedian and actor Tim Allen shared a sharp critique of Democrats, calling on voters to rethink their political allegiances. … Read more
During the closely contested U.S. Senate race in New Hampshire, Democratic Representative Chris Pappas has repeatedly criticized his Republican rival, former Senator John E. Sununu, alleging that he accumulated immense wealth through ties to the pharmaceutical sector. During an October 13 debate, Pappas asserted, “Now, Sen. Sununu voted with Big Pharma when he was in … Read more
During a recent campaign appearance alongside former President Bill Clinton, Florida Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Jolly argued that the state needs to confront and stop sugarcoating American history. Speaking on Oct. 20 at the Koinonia Worship Center—a historically Black, non-denominational church in Hollywood, Florida—Jolly claimed that his Republican opponent, U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, had previously … Read more
Claim: Comedian Tim Allen authored an extensive Facebook post targeting liberals and Democratic politicians, outlining “some interesting points to think about prior to 2020, especially to my friends on the fence.” Rating: A Facebook post falsely attributed to actor Tim Allen resurfaced in October, featuring a series of sharp criticisms aimed at Democrats and liberals. … Read more
A viral social media post recently claimed that Ben Affleck was photographed with a “pregnant teen” outside his Los Angeles residence. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Ben Affleck found himself at the center of a misleading internet rumor after an X user shared images alleging to show him with a pregnant young woman near his LA home. … Read more
The viral post featured two candid photographs of a man in a beige suit walking in close proximity to a blonde woman holding a Louis Vuitton handbag. NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: As former US President Barack Obama hits the campaign trail to support Democratic candidates ahead of the upcoming midterm elections, social media has … Read more
The passing of Graham on June 11 came as a shock to many across the United States, especially given his continued involvement in public affairs. WASHINGTON, DC: Several months following the death of former Senator Lindsey Graham, a fabricated screenshot began making the rounds on social media. The image purports to show a message from … Read more