Claim that only 1.6% of Americans in 1860 owned slaves erases critical historical context
This claim uses a misleading statistic to minimize the impact and prevalence of slavery in America.
Investigating rumor cellphone 'touch law' implemented in 31 states on June 5, 2025
The "touch law" — officially dubbed "Paul Miller's Law" — went into effect in the state of Pennsylvania on June 5.
Video shows Trump picking up golf ball after missing on swing?
Online users shared a clip in June 2025 purportedly showing U.S. President Donald Trump swinging and missing his tee shot.
Claim right-wing podcaster suggested slaying of Minnesota lawmaker was 'message' to Democrats lacks key context
Alec Lace speculated an “unhinged" Democratic base, not a Republican, was responsible for Melissa Hortman's killing.
Breaking down rumor Walz deleted posts praising Minnesota shooting suspect
Vance Boelter, 57, faces federal and state charges in the shootings of two Democratic Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses in June 2025.
What we know about reports of ICE officers at Dodger Stadium
The Los Angeles Dodgers said they refused entry to the federal immigration agency, but the Department of Homeland Security said ICE was never there.
Florida AG James Uthmeier proposed 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center. Here's the video
"If somebody were to get out, there's nowhere to run, nowhere to hide — only the alligators and pythons are waiting," Uthmeier told "Fox Business."
Trump's EPA plans to 'reconsider' Biden-era asbestos ban. Here's what that means
Former President Joe Biden's administration banned "ongoing uses" of the last form of asbestos permitted in the United States.
Watch out for video claiming North Korean news station disparaged Trump's military parade
The video said the U.S. government "shamefully" spent $40 million on Trump's parade "at a time of increasing poverty in the country."
No, Karoline Leavitt didn't tell Burkina Faso President Ibrahim Traoré to 'sit down, boy'
The claim stemmed from a series of AI-generated videos on TikTok and YouTube.
There are no soldiers on the moon, despite what US Army secretary said
U.S. Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll misspoke during an interview and sent social media into a frenzy.
Posts claim ICE is removing foster children for deportation. Here's what we know
One TikTok user said in a viral video that ICE is "removing foster children from their foster homes for deportation."
Investigating claims that E-4B 'Doomsday plane' flight was connected to Israel-Iran conflict
The E-4B "Nightwatch" plane did take flight on June 17, 2025, but the Air Force said the trip wasn't related to events in the Middle East.
Dissecting alleged photo showing missiles raining down on Tel Aviv
"This is not AI. This is Tel Aviv," social media users captioned the image.
Don't fall for image of a B-2 bomber allegedly shot down by Iran
The social media user who posted the image later described it as "sarcastic."
Rumor Trump 'replaced' Hillary Clinton's portrait in White House with his own needs closer look
A picture of Trump with a U.S. flag superimposed over his face hangs between portraits of first ladies in the East Wing.
IOC announced vote to move 2028 Olympics out of LA due to safety?
According to the rumor, the International Olympic Committee said it would initiate a vote "for the safety of the athletes and fans alike."
Marjorie Taylor Greene posted rifle photo after news of Minnesota lawmaker shootings. Here's context
The picture, posted the same day as the shootings, showed Greene participating in the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary event in Washington.
Peyton Manning bought failing dog rescue center?
A Facebook post claimed the retired NFL star bought a failing rescue center, adding plaques above each kennel reading, "Forever Home—Donated by #18."
Yes, Christian Bale is building homes in California to keep foster siblings together
Together California is aiming to house the first children at its village near Palmdale in 2026.