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Meta says AI-generated content was less than 1 precent of election misinformation

AI content constituted less than 1% of election misinformation detected by Meta's fact-checkers during major global elections.

Meta to Extend Ban on Election Ads by Several Days

Meta extends its ban on new election ads after polls close to prevent confusion during ballot counting.

IFCN launches new Business Continuity Fund for fact-checkers facing challenges - Poynter

The IFCN has established a Business Continuity Fund to aid fact-checking organizations affected by disasters and unrest.

Meta says AI-generated content was less than 1 precent of election misinformation

AI content constituted less than 1% of election misinformation detected by Meta's fact-checkers during major global elections.

Meta to Extend Ban on Election Ads by Several Days

Meta extends its ban on new election ads after polls close to prevent confusion during ballot counting.

IFCN launches new Business Continuity Fund for fact-checkers facing challenges - Poynter

The IFCN has established a Business Continuity Fund to aid fact-checking organizations affected by disasters and unrest.
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#misinformation

It Was Supposed to Be Our Greatest Defense Against Trump. It's Failed Spectacularly.

Trump's claim about Haitian immigrants eating pets was debunked as false during the presidential debate.

Reports Find Community Notes is Failing to Address Misinformation on X

Community Notes struggles with misinformation due to a requirement for cross-political agreement, limiting visibility of accurate notes.

America's gullibility crisis

Misinformation on social media is rampant, impacting both political sides, and is often spread by influential figures.

X's crowdsourced fact-checking can't keep up with the deluge of election misinformation, report shows

Community Notes is ineffective in countering U.S. election misinformation, with 74% of misleading posts lacking visible corrections.

'Next question, please' was not Kamala Harris' response when asked about the economy - Poynter

The clip misleads viewers into thinking Kamala Harris dodged key economic questions during an interview with CNN.

X's Community Notes feature has one job, and it's failing to do it

Misinformation on X has worsened since Elon Musk's takeover, as removed safeguards fail to address ongoing issues.

It Was Supposed to Be Our Greatest Defense Against Trump. It's Failed Spectacularly.

Trump's claim about Haitian immigrants eating pets was debunked as false during the presidential debate.

Reports Find Community Notes is Failing to Address Misinformation on X

Community Notes struggles with misinformation due to a requirement for cross-political agreement, limiting visibility of accurate notes.

America's gullibility crisis

Misinformation on social media is rampant, impacting both political sides, and is often spread by influential figures.

X's crowdsourced fact-checking can't keep up with the deluge of election misinformation, report shows

Community Notes is ineffective in countering U.S. election misinformation, with 74% of misleading posts lacking visible corrections.

'Next question, please' was not Kamala Harris' response when asked about the economy - Poynter

The clip misleads viewers into thinking Kamala Harris dodged key economic questions during an interview with CNN.

X's Community Notes feature has one job, and it's failing to do it

Misinformation on X has worsened since Elon Musk's takeover, as removed safeguards fail to address ongoing issues.
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#disinformation

Trump's Wild Claims, Conspiracies and Falsehoods Redefine Presidential Bounds

Trump continues to make false claims about the 2020 election and his presidency, contradicting verifiable facts during public appearances.

Getting beyond the fact-check

The urgency of combating disinformation has diminished, leading to confusion and ineffective strategies.

One in four: Repeated falsehoods undermine fact-checking efforts - Poynter

Repeated false claims comprise a significant aspect of disinformation strategies in political discourse.
Fact-checking reveals a disturbing trend of deliberate misinformation among politicians.

Rising 'epidemic of political lying' - Harvard Gazette

Political lying has become more prevalent and problematic over recent decades, as highlighted by Bill Adair's new book.

It can lead to chaos': false claims and hoaxes surge as Spain's floods recede

The Bonaire shopping centre became a hub of disinformation following floods, with false claims of bodies in its underground car park.

Digital Fact Checker

Facticity.AI is an advanced AI tool that provides real-time fact-checking with high accuracy, aiming to combat disinformation.

Trump's Wild Claims, Conspiracies and Falsehoods Redefine Presidential Bounds

Trump continues to make false claims about the 2020 election and his presidency, contradicting verifiable facts during public appearances.

Getting beyond the fact-check

The urgency of combating disinformation has diminished, leading to confusion and ineffective strategies.

One in four: Repeated falsehoods undermine fact-checking efforts - Poynter

Repeated false claims comprise a significant aspect of disinformation strategies in political discourse.
Fact-checking reveals a disturbing trend of deliberate misinformation among politicians.

Rising 'epidemic of political lying' - Harvard Gazette

Political lying has become more prevalent and problematic over recent decades, as highlighted by Bill Adair's new book.

It can lead to chaos': false claims and hoaxes surge as Spain's floods recede

The Bonaire shopping centre became a hub of disinformation following floods, with false claims of bodies in its underground car park.

Digital Fact Checker

Facticity.AI is an advanced AI tool that provides real-time fact-checking with high accuracy, aiming to combat disinformation.
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There Was A Lot Of Lying!' CNN's Daniel Dale Knocks Down Trump Claims From Wild Press Conference

Trump's press conference was full of incorrect claims, notably regarding vaccines and autism, which were deemed potentially harmful by fact-checker Daniel Dale.

CNN Investigating' Claims Freed Prisoner' is Assad Regime Torturer: He May Have Given A False Identity'

CNN is investigating a Syrian prisoner they freed, who may actually be a notorious torturer from the Assad regime.
#social-media

Top election official says colleagues gave Elon Musk 'hand-delivered' notes to stop him from spreading misinformation

Elon Musk has been accused of spreading election misinformation, complicating the efforts of election officials to correct false claims.
Election officials are struggling to combat the high volume of misinformation spread by Musk and on his platform X.

13 LGBTQ+ content creators you need to follow this election season

The 2024 election has turned social media into a battleground for opinions and misinformation.
Follow curated content creators to enhance your understanding of the election.

More Context on Social Media? Instagram's Adam Mosseri Claims AI Changed the Content Landscape

Adam Mosseri cautions against blindly trusting online content due to AI's capabilities in creating misleading information.

Do these videos show Iran's attack on Israel? DW 10/02/2024

Misleading social media content has obscured the reality surrounding the Iranian missile attack on Israel.

Top election official says colleagues gave Elon Musk 'hand-delivered' notes to stop him from spreading misinformation

Elon Musk has been accused of spreading election misinformation, complicating the efforts of election officials to correct false claims.
Election officials are struggling to combat the high volume of misinformation spread by Musk and on his platform X.

13 LGBTQ+ content creators you need to follow this election season

The 2024 election has turned social media into a battleground for opinions and misinformation.
Follow curated content creators to enhance your understanding of the election.

More Context on Social Media? Instagram's Adam Mosseri Claims AI Changed the Content Landscape

Adam Mosseri cautions against blindly trusting online content due to AI's capabilities in creating misleading information.

Do these videos show Iran's attack on Israel? DW 10/02/2024

Misleading social media content has obscured the reality surrounding the Iranian missile attack on Israel.
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#donald-trump

Fact-checking Donald Trump's claims about the 2020 election during his Joe Rogan interview - Poynter

Donald Trump's claims about the 2020 election being stolen are factually incorrect and have been debunked by multiple sources and investigations.

Unique among Person of the Year' designees, Donald Trump gets a fact-check from Time magazine

Time magazine fact-checked Donald Trump's interview for Person of the Year, an unprecedented move, questioning multiple statements he made.
The magazine highlighted discrepancies in Trump's statements about border security, electoral votes, and media interviews.

Michigan Newspaper Issues Correction After Trump Uses Old Article To Tout 2013 Man Of The Year' Claim

Trump falsely claimed he was named Michigan's Man of the Year in 2013, which was later corrected by the Oakland Press.

Fact-Checking Harris's Closing Argument

Kamala Harris positions herself as a candidate of the future contrasted against Trump’s past grievances and tactics.

Fox's Howard Kurtz Delivers Numerous Fact Checks During His Interview With Trump

Kurtz fact-checked Trump's claims during the interview, highlighting both misinformation and the violence of the January 6 Capitol riot.

Opinion | How Lying Became Disinformation

Trump's presidency defined by constant and egregious lies, overshadowing some dishonesty from his opponents, reflecting a media double standard in fact-checking.

Fact-checking Donald Trump's claims about the 2020 election during his Joe Rogan interview - Poynter

Donald Trump's claims about the 2020 election being stolen are factually incorrect and have been debunked by multiple sources and investigations.

Unique among Person of the Year' designees, Donald Trump gets a fact-check from Time magazine

Time magazine fact-checked Donald Trump's interview for Person of the Year, an unprecedented move, questioning multiple statements he made.
The magazine highlighted discrepancies in Trump's statements about border security, electoral votes, and media interviews.

Michigan Newspaper Issues Correction After Trump Uses Old Article To Tout 2013 Man Of The Year' Claim

Trump falsely claimed he was named Michigan's Man of the Year in 2013, which was later corrected by the Oakland Press.

Fact-Checking Harris's Closing Argument

Kamala Harris positions herself as a candidate of the future contrasted against Trump’s past grievances and tactics.

Fox's Howard Kurtz Delivers Numerous Fact Checks During His Interview With Trump

Kurtz fact-checked Trump's claims during the interview, highlighting both misinformation and the violence of the January 6 Capitol riot.

Opinion | How Lying Became Disinformation

Trump's presidency defined by constant and egregious lies, overshadowing some dishonesty from his opponents, reflecting a media double standard in fact-checking.
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ProPublica's reporting on Pete Hegseth is journalism done right - Poynter

ProPublica exemplifies responsible journalism by thoroughly verifying claims before publication, ensuring accuracy through direct communication with pertinent individuals.

That's Journalism': ProPublica Editor Hits Back at Pete Hegseth's Preemptive Jab Over Non-Existent Story

Jesse Eisinger defends the principles of journalism against Pete Hegseth's claims regarding West Point admissions.
#election-fraud

WaPo Enthusiastically Joins Trump's Attack on Rule of Law - emptywheel

Trump's election victory was enabled by unchecked false claims regarding his prosecutions and voter fraud.
Lack of rigorous fact-checking has exacerbated false narratives surrounding Trump's claims.

Fox News' Eric Shawn Fact Checks Trump Voter Fraud Claims

Claims of massive voter fraud in Philadelphia have been strongly refuted by officials from both parties, emphasizing election integrity.

WaPo Enthusiastically Joins Trump's Attack on Rule of Law - emptywheel

Trump's election victory was enabled by unchecked false claims regarding his prosecutions and voter fraud.
Lack of rigorous fact-checking has exacerbated false narratives surrounding Trump's claims.

Fox News' Eric Shawn Fact Checks Trump Voter Fraud Claims

Claims of massive voter fraud in Philadelphia have been strongly refuted by officials from both parties, emphasizing election integrity.
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Incoming FCC chair Brendan Carr vows to 'dismantle' Big Tech's 'censorship cartel'

Brendan Carr demands accountability from Big Tech firms regarding their alleged censorship practices and relationship with fact-checking organizations.
#kamala-harris

New books from legendary reporter Bob Woodward, PolitiFact founder Bill Adair launch today - Poynter

Bob Woodward's new book reveals controversial details about Trump's interactions with Putin post-presidency.
Bill Adair's book examines the persistent epidemic of political lying despite fact-checking efforts.
Vice President Kamala Harris outlines plans to support Black entrepreneurs and workforce development.

'Fact check' has become just another word for censorship

The perceived bias in fact-checking during debates raises questions about media fairness and impartiality.

I Want It To Be True': Joe Rogan Repeatedly Fact-Checked On Own Show For Claims About Dems Paying Millions to Celebrities

Rogan's claims about celebrity endorsements for Kamala Harris were fact-checked on his show, revealing a lack of evidence.

New books from legendary reporter Bob Woodward, PolitiFact founder Bill Adair launch today - Poynter

Bob Woodward's new book reveals controversial details about Trump's interactions with Putin post-presidency.
Bill Adair's book examines the persistent epidemic of political lying despite fact-checking efforts.
Vice President Kamala Harris outlines plans to support Black entrepreneurs and workforce development.

'Fact check' has become just another word for censorship

The perceived bias in fact-checking during debates raises questions about media fairness and impartiality.

I Want It To Be True': Joe Rogan Repeatedly Fact-Checked On Own Show For Claims About Dems Paying Millions to Celebrities

Rogan's claims about celebrity endorsements for Kamala Harris were fact-checked on his show, revealing a lack of evidence.
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#election-2024

Fact check: Walz v Vance vice presidential debate truths and falsehoods

The debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz emphasized policy discussion and factual scrutiny of claims rather than personal attacks.

Fact check: No, noncitizens cannot vote in US elections DW 10/31/2024

Unfounded claims of voter fraud and noncitizen voting are proliferating on social media ahead of the US presidential election.

Fact check: Walz v Vance vice presidential debate truths and falsehoods

The debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz emphasized policy discussion and factual scrutiny of claims rather than personal attacks.

Fact check: No, noncitizens cannot vote in US elections DW 10/31/2024

Unfounded claims of voter fraud and noncitizen voting are proliferating on social media ahead of the US presidential election.
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#trump

We fact-checked some of Trump's most common claims on immigration

Trump's immigration claims have been largely debunked, indicating a significant gap between rhetoric and reality concerning border safety and migrant statistics.

Actually, They Did!' CNN Anchor Swiftly Fact Checks Trump On January 6th, Including Claim Rioters Didn't Have Guns

Trump falsely claimed no one had a gun during the January 6 insurrection and characterized events as peaceful despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary.

Fox Host Jumps To Fact-Check Trump Immediately After Press Conference Over Election Lie: While He May Feel A Certain Way'

Harris Faulkner immediately corrected Trump's false claims about the 2020 election results, reaffirming Biden's victory and the legitimacy of the election process.

We fact-checked some of Trump's most common claims on immigration

Trump's immigration claims have been largely debunked, indicating a significant gap between rhetoric and reality concerning border safety and migrant statistics.

Actually, They Did!' CNN Anchor Swiftly Fact Checks Trump On January 6th, Including Claim Rioters Didn't Have Guns

Trump falsely claimed no one had a gun during the January 6 insurrection and characterized events as peaceful despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary.

Fox Host Jumps To Fact-Check Trump Immediately After Press Conference Over Election Lie: While He May Feel A Certain Way'

Harris Faulkner immediately corrected Trump's false claims about the 2020 election results, reaffirming Biden's victory and the legitimacy of the election process.
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#immigration

Fact-check: Donald Trump's Madison Square Garden rally in New York City

Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden focused on false claims about immigration and security.
Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe's racist jokes overshadowed parts of the Trump rally.
The statements made during the rally were widely fact-checked and found misleading.

Conservative Reporter Blocked by Elon Musk Over Fact Check of Absolutely False' Claim

Musk's reaction to being fact-checked demonstrates a volatile approach to criticism, especially from previously friendly sources.

JD Vance didn't like being fact-checked on the spot, so the CBS debate moderators cut the mics

The vice presidential debate was primarily civil, but escalated with heated exchanges over immigration, led to fact-checking, and ultimately required microphone cuts.

Fact-Checking Vance and Walz on the Campaign Trail

Walz and Vance's campaign strategies reflect starkly differing approaches while addressing immigration and crime, often using hyperbolic claims and context manipulation.

CBS Sought the Middle Ground on Fact-Checking. Vance Jumped Into the Gap.

Tensions rose during the debate as moderator Margaret Brennan attempted to clarify statements on immigration, leading to confusion over fact-checking rules.

Fact-check: Donald Trump's Madison Square Garden rally in New York City

Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden focused on false claims about immigration and security.
Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe's racist jokes overshadowed parts of the Trump rally.
The statements made during the rally were widely fact-checked and found misleading.

Conservative Reporter Blocked by Elon Musk Over Fact Check of Absolutely False' Claim

Musk's reaction to being fact-checked demonstrates a volatile approach to criticism, especially from previously friendly sources.

JD Vance didn't like being fact-checked on the spot, so the CBS debate moderators cut the mics

The vice presidential debate was primarily civil, but escalated with heated exchanges over immigration, led to fact-checking, and ultimately required microphone cuts.

Fact-Checking Vance and Walz on the Campaign Trail

Walz and Vance's campaign strategies reflect starkly differing approaches while addressing immigration and crime, often using hyperbolic claims and context manipulation.

CBS Sought the Middle Ground on Fact-Checking. Vance Jumped Into the Gap.

Tensions rose during the debate as moderator Margaret Brennan attempted to clarify statements on immigration, leading to confusion over fact-checking rules.
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#trump-campaign

Snapchat to the Trump campaign: We'll take your money but not your posts.

Snapchat has maintained a ban on Trump's personal account but allows his campaign to run advertisements.

Doing a Terrible F*cking Job': Scott Galloway Hammers CNN For Not Fact-Checking Guests After Kara Swisher Had to Do It Herself

Swisher criticized the lack of factual accuracy from Trump campaign advisors, emphasizing the importance of research in public discussion.

Snapchat to the Trump campaign: We'll take your money but not your posts.

Snapchat has maintained a ban on Trump's personal account but allows his campaign to run advertisements.

Doing a Terrible F*cking Job': Scott Galloway Hammers CNN For Not Fact-Checking Guests After Kara Swisher Had to Do It Herself

Swisher criticized the lack of factual accuracy from Trump campaign advisors, emphasizing the importance of research in public discussion.
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#political-discourse

CBS News cuts candidates' mics after JD Vance objects to a moderator's correction

The debate highlighted challenges in moderating political discussions and fact-checking misleading statements in real time.

VP debate fact check: A look at false and misleading claims by Vance, Walz

Misleading claims regarding Iranian assets and insulin costs were highlighted in the debate between vice presidential candidates Tim Walz and JD Vance.

How to Make Lying Unpopular in Politics

Lies in political campaigns disrupt discourse and hinder collaboration on key issues.

Marc Lotter Mocked by CNN Panel Over FEMA Bias Conspiracy

Trump's false claims about disaster relief misrepresent the federal response to Hurricane Helene and create divisions in affected communities.

Ridiculous 'fact check' of a true statement during CBS debate

JD Vance's comments on the migrant crisis were interrupted by CBS moderators, leading to accusations of bias and censorship during the discussion.

CBS News cuts candidates' mics after JD Vance objects to a moderator's correction

The debate highlighted challenges in moderating political discussions and fact-checking misleading statements in real time.

VP debate fact check: A look at false and misleading claims by Vance, Walz

Misleading claims regarding Iranian assets and insulin costs were highlighted in the debate between vice presidential candidates Tim Walz and JD Vance.

How to Make Lying Unpopular in Politics

Lies in political campaigns disrupt discourse and hinder collaboration on key issues.

Marc Lotter Mocked by CNN Panel Over FEMA Bias Conspiracy

Trump's false claims about disaster relief misrepresent the federal response to Hurricane Helene and create divisions in affected communities.

Ridiculous 'fact check' of a true statement during CBS debate

JD Vance's comments on the migrant crisis were interrupted by CBS moderators, leading to accusations of bias and censorship during the discussion.
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#debate-moderation

Want to Check That Fact? For V.P. Debate Viewers, Just Scan the Code.

CBS News is innovating fact-checking during debates by using a QR code to provide real-time information on candidates' statements.

That Was Just Terrible': Chris Wallace Dings Debate Moderators For Fact-Checking Trump and Vance

Chris Wallace criticizes current debate moderators for fact-checking candidates, insisting that candidates should be responsible for addressing inaccuracies themselves.

Want to Check That Fact? For V.P. Debate Viewers, Just Scan the Code.

CBS News is innovating fact-checking during debates by using a QR code to provide real-time information on candidates' statements.

That Was Just Terrible': Chris Wallace Dings Debate Moderators For Fact-Checking Trump and Vance

Chris Wallace criticizes current debate moderators for fact-checking candidates, insisting that candidates should be responsible for addressing inaccuracies themselves.
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How a Twitter veteran wants to combat disinformation with blockchain

Blockchain technology could restore public trust in media by enhancing information verification.
#cbs-news

You don't need a QR code to get the facts checked at Tuesday's VP debate

CBS News is innovating debate fact-checking with a live blog and QR codes for online accessibility, pivoting from traditional broadcast methods.

Here's How CBS Plans to Approach Fact-Checking the VP Debate Between Vance and Walz

CBS News embraces a candidate-led debate style emphasizing accountability over heavy moderator interference.

Dan Rather Rips His Spineless' Former Network for Refusing to Fact-Check During the VP Debate

Dan Rather criticized CBS News for not fact-checking the vice presidential debate in real time, arguing it encourages dishonesty and harms voters.

PolitiFact founder says both parties need factchecking. But they don't lie equally

CBS's moderators prioritized the accuracy of information during the vice presidential debate by silencing candidates to prevent misinformation.

Snide, Condescending Sneer': Fox News Anchor John Roberts Attacks Margaret Brennan For Fact-Checking JD Vance

Fact-checking during the debate was mischaracterized by some, as CBS had planned for real-time fact-checking and moderation.

You don't need a QR code to get the facts checked at Tuesday's VP debate

CBS News is innovating debate fact-checking with a live blog and QR codes for online accessibility, pivoting from traditional broadcast methods.

Here's How CBS Plans to Approach Fact-Checking the VP Debate Between Vance and Walz

CBS News embraces a candidate-led debate style emphasizing accountability over heavy moderator interference.

Dan Rather Rips His Spineless' Former Network for Refusing to Fact-Check During the VP Debate

Dan Rather criticized CBS News for not fact-checking the vice presidential debate in real time, arguing it encourages dishonesty and harms voters.

PolitiFact founder says both parties need factchecking. But they don't lie equally

CBS's moderators prioritized the accuracy of information during the vice presidential debate by silencing candidates to prevent misinformation.

Snide, Condescending Sneer': Fox News Anchor John Roberts Attacks Margaret Brennan For Fact-Checking JD Vance

Fact-checking during the debate was mischaracterized by some, as CBS had planned for real-time fact-checking and moderation.
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Who won the VP debate? Moderators Margaret Brennan and Norah O'Donnell had the slight edge. - Poynter

The VP debate highlighted a respectful yet contentious exchange between candidates JD Vance and Tim Walz, showcasing differing strategies and opinions.
#jd-vance

Vice presidential debate fact check: Claims made by Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance

The 2024 vice-presidential debate featured Tim Walz and JD Vance discussing key national issues, aiming to attract undecided voters.

Live: Fact-checking the vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz - Poynter

PolitiFact is actively fact-checking claims during the first vice presidential debate for the 2024 elections.

Do you know Vance and Walz's talking points? Prep for the vice presidential debate with fact checks - Poynter

Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz will debate on Vice Presidency, focusing on controversial claims and statistics surrounding immigration and crime.

JD Vance Roasts Stephanie Ruhle for Fact-Checking an Obvious Joke About His Kids

JD Vance's hyperbolic comments about his children's egg consumption sparked a media controversy, highlighting issues surrounding political exaggeration and fact-checking.

Vice presidential debate fact check: Claims made by Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance

The 2024 vice-presidential debate featured Tim Walz and JD Vance discussing key national issues, aiming to attract undecided voters.

Live: Fact-checking the vice presidential debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz - Poynter

PolitiFact is actively fact-checking claims during the first vice presidential debate for the 2024 elections.

Do you know Vance and Walz's talking points? Prep for the vice presidential debate with fact checks - Poynter

Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz will debate on Vice Presidency, focusing on controversial claims and statistics surrounding immigration and crime.

JD Vance Roasts Stephanie Ruhle for Fact-Checking an Obvious Joke About His Kids

JD Vance's hyperbolic comments about his children's egg consumption sparked a media controversy, highlighting issues surrounding political exaggeration and fact-checking.
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To fact-check or not: the big question ahead of another debate - Poynter

The upcoming V.P. debate will feature no live audience, with moderators leaving fact-checking largely to candidates but supplemented by CBS News Confirmed's real-time analysis.
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