The emergency declaration will inject the likelihood of fresh conflict between Congress and Trump over his efforts to build barriers along the boundary with Mexico.
Snopes→ Avenatti Says He Has New Video Evidence Against R. Kelly
Attorney Michael Avenatti says he has new video evidence of singer R. Kelly having sex with an underage girl.
Snopes→ Was Mickey Mouse Modeled After a Racist Caricature Named ‘Jigbaboo?’
Mickey Mouse may have a connection to minstrel shows, but he wasn't based on a racist "Jigaboo" character.
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Pope Francis Did NOT Say World Government Must Rule U.S. ‘For Their Own Good’
Did Pope Francis say a world government must rule the U.S. for their own good? No, that's not true: the story was made up by a website that attracts clicks and visitors by taking existing news reports out of context and adding an incendiary he
Snopes→ Did the City of Denver Legalize Public Urination and Defecation?
Joe the Plumber's web site distorted the facts around a set of criminal justice reforms introduced in Denver in 2017.
PolitiFact→ Jerrold Nadler – Does U.S. have more gun deaths in 1 day than other countries in 1 year?
The Truth-o-Meter says: Mostly True | Does U.S. have more gun deaths in 1 day than other countries in 1 year? A week before the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School mass shooting anniversary, the House Judiciary Committee held its first hearing on
Truth or Fiction?→ Are People of All Ages Allowed to Drink in Wisconsin?
On February 12 2019, the Facebook page “Did You Know” shared the following meme, claiming that people of all ages in the state of Wisconsin — including children — can legally consume alcohol: Against a black background, its text stat
Snopes→ Was Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Once Fired from Hot Dog on a Stick?
Many opponents of congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have decided to focus on fictitious criticisms.
Snopes→ Amazon Ditches New York Headquarters
Amazon says it will not be building a new headquarters in New York, a stunning reversal after a yearlong search.
Truth or Fiction?→ Is ‘Peppa Pig’ Giving American Kids British Accents?
In early February 2019, a number of outlets began reporting on the “Peppa effect,” a purported trend causing American preschoolers who watched the show to speak in British accents. The claims were virtually guaranteed to achieve viral tract
Snopes→ Year After Parkland Massacre, 17 Victims Remembered
"We don't need (the anniversary) to remind us what happened. We live with it every day," said businessman Andrew Pollack, whose 18-year-old daughter Meadow died in the attack.
Snopes→ Wife Says Chicago Officer Assaulted in Connecticut Prison
"He never should have been in the general population," said Jason Van Dyke's wife, Tiffany Van Dyke.
Snopes→ Border Security Brawl Seems Near a Serene Resolution
The bipartisan measure contains money for improved surveillance equipment, more customs agents and humanitarian aid for detained immigrants. The overall bill also provides $330 billion to finance dozens of federal agencies for the rest of the year.
PolitiFact→ Elizabeth Warren – Warren: U.S. rubber-stamped deal; Bayer-Monsanto now controls 25% market share
The Truth-o-Meter says: Half-True | Warren: U.S. rubber-stamped deal; Bayer-Monsanto now controls 25% market share Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren has put regulating the power of large firms at the center of her campaign. She oft
Snopes→ Pence Urges Europe to Quit Iran Deal, Back US Sanctions
Vice President Pence was especially critical of Britain, France and Germany for unveiling a new financial mechanism that U.S. officials believe is intended to keep the nuclear deal alive by evading American sanctions.
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Democrats Did NOT Reveal Plan To Fire Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Did Democrats reveal a plan to fire Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez after there was quite some criticism surrounding the launch of her "Green New Deal"? No, that's not true: a hyperpartisan site twisted a report from The Intercept into something that
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Video Does NOT Show Mega-Insect Discovered in Mammoth Cave, KY
Was a mega-insect discovered in Mammoth Cave, Kentucky? No, that's not true: a video that went viral with that claim actually showed a puppet used in a movie. The caption superimposed on that video is fake. The video went viral through a post
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Democrat Senator Stuart Boll Did NOT Switch Sides or Pledge To Vote With Trump
Did a senator from Maine named Stuart Boll switch his affiliation from Democrat to Republican and did he pledge to vote with President Trump from now on? No, that's not true, the senator does not even exist. The story was published by a libera
Washington Post→ Liz Cheney’s claim that the ‘Green New Deal’ would eliminate air travel
Death panels, but for deciding who gets to board a flight? Nope.
Hoax-Slayer→ Four Ways That Fake-News Sites Trick People Into Believing and Sharing
Many fake-news websites have appeared online in recent years. And more seem to be springing up all the time. The post Four Ways That Fake-News Sites Trick People Into Believing and Sharing appeared first on Hoax-Slayer.
Snopes→ “Empire” Actor Expresses Anger Over Attack, Public’s Doubt
Actor Jussie Smollett says he's "pissed off" that some have doubted his claims about being attacked outside his Chicago apartment.
Snopes→ Judge Finds Manafort Lied to Investigators in Russia Probe
U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson found there was sufficient evidence to say Manafort broke his plea agreement by lying about three of five matters that prosecutors had singled out.
Snopes→ Is President Trump Planning a Military Parade For This Fourth of July?
As in the past, it's unclear whether a military parade will in fact materialize.
Snopes→ Dems Ask FBI to Probe if Trump Org is ‘Criminal Enterprise’
House members sent a letter to the head of the FBI says allegations by workers raise "serious questions of criminal activity and numerous violations of employment laws" including conspiracy charges and forced or coerced labor.
FactCheck.org→ Kamala Harris Mistweet on ‘Tax Hike’
Sen. Kamala Harris, a declared candidate for president, cited preliminary IRS tax refund data for 2018 to criticize the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act as “a middle-class tax hike.” That’s a misreading of the data. “Refunds are not the sa
Snopes→ Was an Ohio Woman Charged After Slowly Eating Her Husband Alive?
You won't be hearing about this grisly incident on the nightly news, for very good reason.
Snopes→ Are Navy SEALs No Longer Allowed to Wear ‘Blackface’?
Wearing blackface to imitate a black person is not the same as darkening your face for a covert military mission.
Snopes→ Purse Lost in School in the 1950s to Be Reunited with Owner
Workers found it while demolishing part of an Indiana high school.
Lead Stories→ Fake News: Mississippi Did NOT Pass Anti-Richard Dawkins Law
Did Mississippi pass the 5-71-226 Anti-Youth Subversion Act banning talking to minors about atheist Richard Dawkins? No, that's not true: the story was made up by a satire website mocking religiously motivated politicians. It is not true. The
PolitiFact→ Roses are red, violets are blue, PolitiFact loves truth, what about you?
Flowers are great, chocolates are stellar, but what PolitiFact would really love is for you to become a member. Key to PolitiFact’s success is our Truth Squad membership program, which connects you, fact-checking’s biggest fans, with behind
Snopes→ Trump Still Coy on Border Deal – But Expected to Sign
President Trump and his aides have also signaled that he is preparing to use executive action to try to secure additional funding for the wall by shifting federal dollars without congressional sign-off.
Snopes→ Did the US Navy Launch Pickup Trucks Into the Water?
A viral video documents a genuine test conducted by the Navy, but it may not be the best example of wasteful spending.
Snopes→ Authorities Say Suspect in Suitcase Death is in US Illegally
Javier Da Silva, a citizen of Portugal, is charged with kidnapping resulting in death in connection with the killing of 24-year-old Valerie Reyes. Her body was found in a suitcase.
FactCheck.org→ Meme Pins False Claim On Lou Dobbs
Quick Take Despite claims made in a viral meme, Lou Dobbs of Fox Business Network has not reported that “Mexican drug cartels are paying Pelosi and Schumer millions to keep border open.” Full Story The political debate over building a wal
Snopes→ Philippine Agents Arrest Journalist Critical of President
Maria Ressa, who was selected by Time magazine as one of its Persons of the Year last year, was arrested over a libel complaint from a businessman.
Truth or Fiction?→ Was the Original ‘Lone Ranger’ a Black Man?
In January 2019, a meme that appeared to be a screenshot of an older post asserting that the real Lone Ranger was a black man named Bass Reeves spread on social media: Above what appeared to be an archival photograph of a black man and the television
Snopes→ Indictment: Ex-‘American Idol’ Contestant was Drug Courier
According to court documents, she was trying to deliver nearly 2 pounds of fentanyl when she was arrested last year.
Snopes→ Did Netflix Make $845M In Profit and Pay $0 in Taxes Under New Tax Law?
Netflix was one of the first major companies to post its annual financial disclosure report.
Snopes→ Politician’s Accuser Speaks About Issue of Sexual Assault
Vanessa Tyson made her first public appearance since she accused Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax of assaulting her in 2004.
Snopes→ Gay Muslim Comic Gone from Instagram After Indonesia Warning
The Ministry of Communications said in a statement Instagram had "fulfilled" its request made in a warning letter for the account to be removed.