Exposing claim that Malia Obama received around $2.5M from USAID
The rumor about former U.S. President Barack Obama's daughter Malia Obama has cropped up repeatedly online.
Investigating rumored FEMA map of potential nuclear targets in the US
The map dates to 2002 and illustrates hypothetical Russian nuclear attacks on the U.S.
Investigating claims ICE is removing people with Hispanic last names from databases
The claims stem from a TikTok user who says authorities couldn't find any record of him despite giving them his ID and Social Security number.
Unraveling rumors UnitedHealthcare no longer covers cancer care at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
In late June 2025, the health insurance company and the world-renowned New York City cancer center were at an impasse in negotiations.
Capitol Police used 'zip ties' to restrain wheelchair users protesting Medicaid cuts
Capitol Police arrested 33 people for "illegally" demonstrating inside the Russell Senate Office Building on June 25, 2025.
Debunking rumor Niagara Falls turned 'blood red' same day US bombed Iran
Posts spread widely after U.S. military strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
Can ICE agents arrest people without warrants? Here's what we learned
New York City Comptroller and mayoral candidate Brad Lander was detained by ICE agents while accompanying an immigrant at court.