Fact Check: Did a Secret Service Agent Say Trump is the “Weirder Than All” Past Presidents in the Limo? Claim: A veteran U.S. Secret Service agent who has protected seven different commanders-in-chief allegedly revealed that Donald Trump was more eccentric than all of them combined, sharing bizarre behind-the-scenes anecdotes from inside the presidential limousine. Rating: … Read more
Claim: In August 2026, Donald Trump’s administration classified brass instruments as a national security threat and placed tariffs on them. <div class=”rating_wrapper”> <span class=”wrapper_title”>Rating:</span> <a id=”main_rating” class=”rating_link_wrapper” href=”https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/rating/mostly_true”> <div class=”rating_img_wrap”> <img class=”lazy-image” src=”https://mediaproxy.snopes.com/width/200/https://media.snopes.com/2018/03/rating-mostly-true-new.png” alt=”Mostly True”/> </div> </a> </div> <div id=”outer_fact_context” class=”outer_fact_check_context”> <div class=”fact_check_info_wrapper”> <span class=”fact_check_info_title”>What’s True</span> <p class=”fact_check_info_description”>The U.S. Department of Commerce put brass instruments … Read more
A viral social media post alleges that Wladimir Klitschko claimed Hayden Panettiere expressed fears of being targeted by wealthy and influential individuals prior to her passing. GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA: Hayden Panettiere’s unexpected passing at the age of 36 has generated significant online discussion. For background, the actress passed away on August 16, 2026, at a … Read more
Claim: An authentic photograph captured South Carolina Representative Nancy Mace displaying tattoos on her arms. Rating: In August 2026, social media users began sharing a photograph that purportedly displayed visible tattoos on the arms of South Carolina Representative Nancy Mace. A post shared on X (formerly Twitter) declared, “Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) reveals new tattoos … Read more
Claim Check: Did Donald Trump order sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln to sign NDAs before leaving the ship? Rating: Originated as Satire Overview In August 2026, social media posts spread across platforms like Facebook, Threads, X, and Instagram claiming that U.S. President Donald Trump required sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln to … Read more
Claim: An authentic August 2026 Truth Social screenshot shows U.S. President Donald Trump stating: “Only suckers and losers would enlist, go to sea on an aircraft carrier, and then complain and send their family nasty notes about our military. They weren’t at sea long enough.” Rating: In mid-August 2026, social media users began circulating a … Read more
Following the discovery of human remains near Tucson, online speculation immediately swirled regarding a potential connection to the unsolved disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie. TUCSON, ARIZONA: Months after the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie—the 84-year-old mother of ‘Today’ co-host Savannah Guthrie, who vanished from her Tucson home on February 1—the case remains open and active. Recent … Read more
“And why is it so crucial to cover up her role on January 6? Don’t the people deserve the truth?” John Fetterman reportedly stated. WASHINGTON, DC: Social media has recently been abuzz with allegations that Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) launched a fierce attack against Representative Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), demanding that fellow Democrats halt their efforts … Read more
Natalie Harp’s prominent position within Donald Trump’s inner circle as his executive assistant has brought renewed attention to her personal history and her close bond with the president. WASHINGTON, DC: Natalie Harp, a trusted aide to Donald Trump, is once again making headlines as public interest surges regarding her past battle with bone cancer. A … Read more
A viral post on X falsely claimed that Jon Stewart blasted New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, expressing regret over his past support and labeling the mayor a communist. NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: Social media has been buzzing with a fabricated rumor asserting that comedian Jon Stewart turned on New York City Mayor Zohran … Read more