10 Fourth of July Rumors we've addressed
As a major American holiday, the Fourth of July regularly attracts internet rumors.
Photo shows real German weather map covered in lava?
This was not the first time weather maps on German news program "Tagesthemen" were edited by social media users as evidence of "climate propaganda."
Did 2 children die from carcinogens in Takis? Debunking the rumor
Social media videos being shared in late June 2025 claimed that health authorities linked the popular spicy snacks to child deaths.
The just-passed 'Big Beautiful Bill' will increase national debt by trillions of dollars, according to CBO
The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office is required by law to provide economic analyses on major legislation.
Did Paul McCartney refuse to celebrate Pride month?
According to the rumor, McCartney said in 2025, "I don't celebrate it. I won't. WOKE doesn't deserve remembrance — it deserves reflection."
Photo shows White House lit up red in 2025?
Some users claimed the image was from July 2, 2025, and indicated an incoming "scare event."
Laura Loomer posts about feeding 'illegals' to alligators are real
The right-wing influencer has frequently made racist remarks and spread conspiracy theories.
Did Chelsea Clinton have to repay money from USAID? Fact-checking the claim
Users shared this rumor about the daughter of former U.S. President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in June 2025.
Breaking down claim of incinerators at 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center
A TikTok user said her neighbor's cousin got a contract to supply "a ton" of incinerators at the Florida migrant detention center.
8 rumors we've investigated about Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill'
Rumors swirled about U.S. President Donald Trump's megabill as it made its way through the U.S. Congress in 2025.