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About: When misinformation obscures the truth and readers don’t know what to trust, Snopes’ fact-checking and original, investigative reporting lights the way to evidence-based and contextualized analysis. We always link to and document our sources so readers are empowered to do independent research and make up their own minds.

Snopes got its start in 1994, investigating urban legends, hoaxes, and folklore. Founder David Mikkelson, later joined by his wife, was publishing online before most people were connected to the internet. As demand for reliable fact checks grew, so did Snopes. Now it’s the oldest and largest fact-checking site online, widely regarded by journalists, folklorists, and readers as an invaluable research companion.

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Snopes got its start in 1994, investigating urban legends, hoaxes, and folklore. Founder David Mikkelson, later joined by his wife, was publishing online before most people were connected to the internet. As demand for reliable fact checks grew, so did Snopes. Now it’s the oldest and largest fact-checking site online, widely regarded by journalists, folklorists, and readers as an invaluable research companion.

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House budget resolution doesn't cut taxes on tips, overtime or Social Security. Here's why


A budget resolution lays out a blueprint for government spending but can't change tax laws.


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Unpacking claims that House budget resolution cuts Medicaid by $880B


The House of Representatives passed a budget resolution establishing the congressional budget for the fiscal year 2025.


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No credible evidence Trump plans to remove EV charging stations from federal buildings


The agency responsible for federal EV charging stations confirmed via email it was working to determine whether they were "mission critical."


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No, DOGE didn't discover Louisiana man using 34 different names to collect Social Security benefits


Social media users shared the claim in the form of a meme featuring a photo of Trump adviser Elon Musk holding a chainsaw.


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Fake video claims Trump Jr. said US should have sent weapons to Russia, not Ukraine


The clip allegedly originated from "Triggered WIth Don Jr." podcast episode aired on Feb. 25, 2025.


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No, DOGE didn't stop supposed $2.6M annual 'Obamacare' royalty payments to Obama


A satirical site facetiously claimed Obama had been charging royalties for the use of "Obamacare" since 2010.


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No, Maine's governor didn't say state would stop paying federal taxes


Gov. Janet Mills released two statements addressing President Donald Trump's threat to withhold federal funding, but neither mentioned federal taxes.


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Don't be duped by this AI-generated video of a big-eyed jellyfish


The jellyfish's big yellow eyes and mouth abruptly disappeared near the end of the video.


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Musk mocked in Tesla 'Swasticar' poster at London bus stop


A group named Everyone Hates Elon claimed responsibility for the poster. "We don't want his cars, or his fascist politics," a spokesperson said.


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No, Ilhan Omar didn't collect dead grandmother's Social Security checks


The false rumor about the Minnesota congresswoman originated from the America's Last Line of Defense network of parody and satire.


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Here's what we know about Musk's donation of Tesla shares to charity


Facebook users spread a rumor that Musk donated $112 million worth of Tesla shares to help the homeless.


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Breaking down rumors that Musk has a penis implant


The rumor spread as the tech magnate was continuing efforts to reshape the U.S. government.


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There's no Ukraine-Russia peace deal — but a US-Ukraine minerals deal could be a stepping stone


The minerals agreement would create a U.S.-Ukraine-managed fund into which Ukraine would pay 50% of revenues from its "natural assets."


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Roger Stone didn't send memo to Trump about limiting gun access of 'enemies'


In 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump did call for a review of all regulations imposed by his predecessor on firearms.


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Don't fall for rumor that Chiefs banned Musk from games


The claim appeared to have begun circulating days after the 2025 Super Bowl.


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Wisconsin bill replaces 'mother' with 'inseminated person' — but only in artificial insemination law


The language change seeks to ensure Wisconsin law includes married same-sex couples as possible recipients of artificial insemination.


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Yes, Trump shared video of 'Trump Gaza' — including sunbathing scene with Netanyahu


The AI-generated video was posted on the president's Truth Social profile.


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What to know about the rumor Trump was recruited by KGB in 1987


According to a Facebook post from a former Kazakh security official, Trump was given the code name "Krasnov."


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Musk's X didn't verify accounts representing Hitler


At least two accounts representing the former German dictator purportedly displayed gray, government-signifying verification badges in February 2025.


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Yes, this is a real '90s ad predicting 2020s prices of cars, trips, and burgers with fries


After listing the estimated prices, the ad said, "You'll eat in. You won't drive. And you won't go anywhere."


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