'Where's the gun?': Video shows federal officer looking for weapon after Alex Pretti shooting
The video shows a federal officer searching Pretti's body after shots were fired, believing he still had a gun.
Did DHS post stock photo claiming it was Alex Pretti's gun? What we know
On X, the Department of Homeland Security posted a photo of a gun it said Pretti carried when he approached federal agents in Minneapolis.
Fake Trump post claiming only criminals carry guns on 'our streets' spreads online after Alex Pretti shooting
People online shared the exact same screenshot of the alleged post, a clear indication it was a fabrication.
Don't panic if you see 'new Covid health advisory' message spreading online
Much of the message's information was misleading about a real variant of the virus that causes COVID-19.
15 claims we've examined about ICE agent's killing of Renee Good
ICE agent Jonathan Ross' fatal shooting of Minneapolis resident Renee Good sparked numerous rumors and falsehoods online.
Video claims to show hostage situation in broad daylight. Here's the real story
Many online assumed the video was AI-generated, but it showed a real event that took place in a public demonstration by Brazil's military police.
Did Trump once say US and Italy have been allies 'since the time of Ancient Rome'?
The rumor stemmed from remarks Trump made during a 2019 appearance with Italian President Sergio Mattarella.
Spoiler alert: Masked man is not time traveler 'stuck in 2055'
Contrary to a post that claimed "no one can debunk his videos," the creator of said clips debunked them just fine.
Posts claim man once jumped into LA's tar pits to save dog. They're misleading
In June 1951, a man really did jump into the La Brea Tar Pits in an attempt to rescue a dog. This alleged photo of him is miscaptioned.
16 rumors involving Denmark, investigated
The catalog of claims we’ve unpacked about Denmark grew in January 2026 as Trump’s plan to acquire Greenland made headlines.
Would the SAVE Act require a birth certificate to vote and prevent married women from voting? What we know
Republicans renewed calls to pass the sweeping voting reform legislation in January 2026.
Did former special counsel Jack Smith release all his files on Trump? Here's the truth
The claim was shared on social media — but not by reliable news outlets.
Did Denmark sell 'Epstein island' to the US in 1917?
In early 2026, President Donald Trump pushed for a U.S. takeover of Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark.
20 claims about videos and images related to ICE, investigated
With ICE making its presence known across the country, purported videos and images of the agency's alleged activities spread rapidly online.
Don't believe purported RFK Jr. post about Oprah Winfrey 'overeating'
The alleged post from the nation's health secretary criticizing the talk-show legend fooled many users online.
Did Jalen Hurts establish Renee Good Hope Scholarship Fund?
According to the rumor, the NFL's 2025 Super Bowl MVP donated $300,000 of his own money as a way of kick-starting the special fund.
Trump's claim that Ilhan Omar is worth $30M requires context
Omar's financial disclosures list $6 million to $30 million in total household assets based on valuations of businesses owned in part by her husband.
Did Vance say an independent Canada would have its own currency, anthem and flag?
The alleged quote spread as U.S. President Donald Trump uninvited Canada from his Gaza Board of Peace.
Yes, these photos show Trump hand bruise at Davos 2026
The White House and Trump attributed the January 2026 bruising to the president hitting his hand on a table, as well as a daily aspirin regimen.