Rep. Jerrold Nadler said President Donald Trump "is disobeying the law."
Snopes→ Uber, Lyft Drivers Plan to Strike in Cities Across the US
Demonstrations took place in 10 U.S. cities, including Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco and Washington, as well as some European locations like London.
Snopes→ Auschwitz Museum Protests Camp Photos on Skirts and Pillows
They were offered on the website redbubble, which allows individuals to create designs for T-shirts and other fabric items and sell them directly to the public.
Snopes→ Trump: Report his Businesses Lost More Than $1B ‘Inaccurate’
He tweeted that much of those losses were "non monetary."
Snopes→ Cubs Investigating Fan’s ‘Offensive’ Hand Gesture
The Chicago Cubs say they are investigating a fan using what appeared to be an offensive hand gesture associated with racism behind a black television reporter who was on the air.
Snopes→ Iran Threatens More Enrichment If No New Nuclear Deal
Iran has threatened to resume higher enrichment of uranium in 60 days if world powers fail to negotiate new terms for its 2015 nuclear deal.
Washington Post→ Have the Palestinians received ‘more aid than any group in history’?
White House senior adviser Jared Kushner says the Palestinians have received more aid than anyone. But U.S. aid to Israel is much higher.
Snopes→ Did U.S. Presidential Candidate Joe Biden Say He Had ‘No Empathy’ for the Plight of Younger People?
A January 2018 video of the former U.S. vice president re-emerged in May 2019 after he announced his candidacy for president.
Snopes→ Newspaper: Trump Lost More Than $1 Billion from 1985 to 1994
The New York Times said Trump reported a total of $1.17 billion in losses for the 10-year period.
Snopes→ Group That Held ‘Affirmative Action Bake Sale’ Has History of Hosting Violent Events at Seattle’s UW Campus
The "bake sale" offered different prices for different ethnicities and for females in a parody of affirmative action. The event was criticized as being prejudiced.
Snopes→ 1 Dead, 8 Hurt in Colorado School Shooting, 2 in Custody
The public charter school has more than 1,850 students in kindergarten through 12th grades.
Snopes→ Beverly Hills Considering Banning Sale of Tobacco Products
Beverly Hills already forbids smoking in some locations and has banned sales of flavored tobacco.
Snopes→ Does a Viral Video Really Show ‘Game of Thrones’ Actress Bella Ramsey Break-Dancing?
The English actress may have moves on the battlefield, but does she have moves on the dance floor?
PolitiFact→ Viral image – Fact-checking Joe Biden, Hunter Biden, and Ukraine
The Truth-o-Meter says: Half-True | Fact-checking Joe Biden, Hunter Biden, and Ukraine Shady self-dealing in the Ukraine? It’s not just the Republican side that does that, says a social media meme that makes the charge against Democrat Joe Bi
Snopes→ Did President Trump Say Suicide Bombers Should Get the Death Penalty?
Maybe this news should be delivered with a wink.
Truth or Fiction?→ Is This a Video of Lyanna Mormont/Bella Ramsey Breakdancing?
On May 4 2019, Barstool Sports shared the following clip on Twitter and Facebook, both captioned “Lady Mormont has the god damn MOVES”: Lady Mormont has the god damn MOVES pic.twitter.com/8InLOtxpUl — Barstool Sports (@barstoolspor
Snopes→ White House Orders Ex-Counsel McGahn to Defy House Subpoena
Besides requesting documents, the House Judiciary committee's subpoena also asks former White House counsel Don McGahn to testify.
Snopes→ FBI Chief: No Evidence of Illegal Spying on Trump Campaign
FBI Director Chris Wray's comments at a Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing broke from those of Attorney General William Barr.
Snopes→ Did U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings Write a Bill to Keep All of Barack Obama’s Records Sealed?
H.R. 1233 was intended to improve public access to all presidential records, not to "keep Obama’s records sealed."
Snopes→ Celebs Try to Out-Camp Each Other at Met Gala
"Camp is the art of being extra and I've always been extra," said Billy Porter.
FactCheck.org→ Trump Wrong on China Trade, Again
As U.S. trade talks with China drag on, President Donald Trump falsely claimed that the U.S. has “never taken in 10 cents from China” in tariffs, but “now we’re taking in billions and billions of dollars.” The U.S. has collect
FactCheck.org→ Fake Tweet Puts Words in Trump’s Mouth
Quick Take A fake tweet circulating online purports to show a message from President Donald Trump threatening to deport Rep. Ilhan Omar for comments she made referring to the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Full Story When Rep. Ilhan Omar was panned last mon
Truth or Fiction?→ Can You Grow ‘Tiffany Blue Roses’ from Seeds?
On May 5 2019, the Facebook page “Crafty Morning” shared a photograph of and affiliate link to purported “Tiffany Blue” roses (archived here), urging page fans to click through and purchase seeds to grow the stunning flowers:
Snopes→ O’Rourke Faces Emotional School Shooting Question in Iowa
"Thank you so much for your question and the way that you asked it."
Snopes→ Woman Held in Poland for Adding LGBT Rainbow to Revered Icon
The woman has heard charges of hurting religious feelings and desecration of the icon of the Black Madonna of Czestochowa.
Snopes→ GOP Leader McConnell to Say ‘Case Closed’ on Mueller Probe
Republicans, taking cues from President Trump, are eager to push past the investigation as Democrats are pressing for further oversight.
Washington Post→ President Trump’s claim that Puerto Rico ‘has been given’ $91 billion
The president keeps citing a 20-year guesstimate as established fact. That's wrong.
Washington Post→ Brazil’s president resurrects the zombie claim that Nazism was a leftist movement
Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro says there "no doubt" that Nazis were leftists. That's a false claim repeatedly spread through social media.
Washington Post→ Brazil’s president resurrects the zombie claim that Nazism was a leftist movement
Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro says there "no doubt" that Nazis were leftists. That's a false claim repeatedly spread through social media.
Hoax-Slayer→ ‘You Got Owned’ Fake Blackmail Sextortion Scam
According to this email, the sender has installed Remote Administration Tool (RAT) malware on your computer and has created a compromising video of you. The post ‘You Got Owned’ Fake Blackmail Sextortion Scam appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Ilhan Omar Did NOT Say: ‘If Israel Is So Innocent, Then Why Do They Insist On Being Jews?’
Did Representative Ilhan Omar ask why Israelis insist on being Jews if they are so innocent? No, that's not true: the quote was made up by a Christian satire website making fun of Omar's alleged antisemitism. But she never uttered the words a
Snopes→ Treasury Denies Democrats’ Request for Trump Tax Returns
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin has said the request would potentially weaponize private tax returns for political purposes.
Snopes→ Ex-Prosecutors: Trump Would’ve Been Charged If Not President
Mueller examined nearly a dozen acts by the president for potential obstruction of justice.
Lead Stories→ Fake News: This Is NOT Video Of Palestinian Terrorists In Gaza Firing 500 Rockets Into Civilian Areas In Israel
Does this video show Palestinian terrorists in Gaza firing 500 rockets into civilian areas in Israel? No, that's not true: This video shows military artillery firing missiles during a training exercise at Polessky firing range in the Republic
Snopes→ Did Bernie Sanders Say ‘Christianity Is an Insult to Muslims’?
In 2017, the U.S. senator from Vermont attacked the views of a Trump appointee who said Muslims 'do not know God' and 'stand condemned.'
PolitiFact→ Bernie Sanders – Bernie Sanders says 1 out of 5 can't afford prescription drugs
The Truth-o-Meter says: Mostly True | Bernie Sanders says 1 out of 5 can't afford prescription drugs In his press to deliver Medicare for All, Bernie Sanders says the core problem with health care is that it produces enormous profits for insurance
Snopes→ Coffee Cup in ‘Game of Thrones’ Scene Perks Up Viewers
It's not clear where the coffee cup came from. But some viewers concluded it was from Starbucks.
Truth or Fiction?→ Can Twins Have Different Fathers?
On May 4 2019, the Facebook page “Facts that will blow your mind” shared the following meme about the ability of women to “get pregnant while already pregnant”: Text superimposed on an image of a pregnant woman read: Not on
Snopes→ Will the Animated Character of Sonic the Hedgehog Be Transgender in a New Film?
Sonic may have looked human in trailers for an upcoming 2019 movie, but don't expect the video game-based film to focus much on issues of gender identity.
Snopes→ Microsoft Offers Software Tools to Secure Elections
Dubbed "ElectionGuard," the Microsoft kit will be available this summer, the company says, with early prototypes ready to pilot for next year's general elections.