Former U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney, a Wyoming Republican, is getting a divorce because of an affair with Rep. Jamie Raskin, a Maryland Democrat.
In 2026, social media users began sharing a rumor claiming that former Republican U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney was filing for divorce following an alleged relationship with Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland.
The narrative gained traction across platforms like X and Facebook. The posts frequently pointed to the fact that Cheney and Raskin had previously served together on the House committee tasked with investigating the events at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
(X user Larry Dean)
Because some readers interpreted the claim as a genuine news story, inquiries poured in regarding its authenticity.
The narrative actually originated as a satirical creation published by a Facebook page named America’s Last Line of Defense. The page is widely known for distributing hyperbolic and fictional content, explicitly stating in its profile description that it engages in internet trolling and that none of its published material is factual.
While the original Facebook publication included disclaimers and satire labels on its accompanying image, the text and context were stripped away when users re-shared the claim on X. Platform background notes and community warnings associated with the originating account frequently identify it as a satirical outlet designed to monetize engagement from online audiences.
No Evidence Supports Divorce Claims
Online posts suggested that public court records proved Cheney’s marriage was ending. However, mainstream journalistic outlets have published no such reports. Comprehensive database and search engine queries across multiple platforms yielded zero credible documentation or public records indicating any divorce proceedings.
Furthermore, public divorce records in Wyoming—where Cheney previously held office and reportedly married her husband, Philip Perry—do not point to any active filings involving the couple.
This is not the first time fabricated stories regarding Cheney, the daughter of former Vice President Dick Cheney, have circulated online; previous rumors have falsely attributed political letters and statements to her as well.