Claims circulating online state that the Appalachian Mountains contain enough lithium to replace 328 years of U.S. lithium imports. The claim is based on a real estimate published by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), though some viral posts oversimplify what the finding actually means. According to the USGS, the Appalachian region contains an estimated 2.3 … Read more
Social media posts recently circulated clips and quotes claiming that Republican politician Vivek Ramaswamy once said Ohio was “a good state” but “not the best.” The posts resurfaced during his 2026 campaign for Ohio governor, with critics using the statement to question his support for the state. The claim is based on a real remark, … Read more
Social media posts claimed that Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner had a tattoo of a Nazi symbol on his chest, fueling accusations that he secretly supported extremist ideology. While the tattoo did resemble a symbol associated with Nazi Germany, the full story is more complicated than many viral posts suggested. According to reporting reviewed by … Read more
A claim that hate crimes in New York City increased by 152% over one year has circulated in political discussions, particularly in debates over public safety and protections around places of worship. The figure originates from a statement by New York State Sen. Sam Sutton, who said that hate crimes rose sharply between January 2025 … Read more
A viral video circulating online claims to feature former U.S. President Bill Clinton criticizing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s congressional testimony. The clip includes audio that appears to be Clinton’s voice commenting on Hegseth’s performance, leading many viewers to believe it is authentic. However, evidence shows the audio is not real. According to a fact-check by … Read more
A viral video circulating online appears to show Queen Camilla criticizing Donald Trump and calling him an “arrogant and rude clown.” The clip has been widely shared on social media, prompting speculation about whether the British royal made such remarks publicly. However, verified evidence shows the video is not authentic. View this post on Instagram … Read more
A viral claim circulating online alleged that U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren sold 20,000 shares of Spirit Airlines stock shortly before the budget carrier went out of business. The claim spread widely on social media, often framed as evidence of insider trading or foreknowledge of the airline’s collapse. However, available evidence shows the claim is false. … Read more
A viral claim circulating online alleges that Donald Trump advised Americans to “only drive downhill whenever possible” as a way to save gas. The claim spread widely in the form of a screenshot that appeared to show a post from his social media account. However, evidence shows this claim is not authentic. According to a … Read more
A political advertisement targeting Sen. Susan Collins makes two major claims: that she voted to raise healthcare costs and insurance premiums, and that she gave President Donald Trump a “blank check” for war in Iran. However, a detailed review shows both claims lack critical context and oversimplify her positions. According to analysis by FactCheck.org, the … Read more
A viral image circulating online claims to show a real-life moment that inspired the famous chase between Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner in Looney Tunes. The image typically depicts a dog leaping off a cliff while chasing a bird, with captions suggesting it served as the basis for the iconic cartoon characters. However, … Read more