Trump's address to Congress revived false or misleading claims on immigrationTrump emphasized immigration in his congressional address, repeating false claims and shifting the narrative to position his presidency as the solution.
US cuts off intelligence-sharing with Ukraine, CIA director confirmsTrump's address contained multiple misleading claims regarding immigration and the economy.
Trump Pledges to Start Migrant Deportations in Ohio and ColoradoTrump promises mass deportations of immigrants if re-elected, starting with Springfield and Aurora, amid baseless accusations against Haitian migrants.
In Arizona, California and Nevada, Trump focuses on his favorite foil: immigrantsTrump's campaign focuses on immigration while overlooking economic issues in Arizona and Nevada, leveraging fear-based rhetoric.
How Did Fake News About Haitian Migrants Eating Cats Spread From Malaysian Propagandist to Trump Campaign and JD Vance?The Trump campaign used unfounded rumors about Haitian migrants eating pets to attack Kamala Harris's immigration stance.
Eating the pets' and Project 2025: fact checking the presidential debateTrump made numerous false claims about immigrants during the debate, including unsubstantiated accusations about violence and eating pets.
Trump's address to Congress revived false or misleading claims on immigrationTrump emphasized immigration in his congressional address, repeating false claims and shifting the narrative to position his presidency as the solution.
US cuts off intelligence-sharing with Ukraine, CIA director confirmsTrump's address contained multiple misleading claims regarding immigration and the economy.
Trump Pledges to Start Migrant Deportations in Ohio and ColoradoTrump promises mass deportations of immigrants if re-elected, starting with Springfield and Aurora, amid baseless accusations against Haitian migrants.
In Arizona, California and Nevada, Trump focuses on his favorite foil: immigrantsTrump's campaign focuses on immigration while overlooking economic issues in Arizona and Nevada, leveraging fear-based rhetoric.
How Did Fake News About Haitian Migrants Eating Cats Spread From Malaysian Propagandist to Trump Campaign and JD Vance?The Trump campaign used unfounded rumors about Haitian migrants eating pets to attack Kamala Harris's immigration stance.
Eating the pets' and Project 2025: fact checking the presidential debateTrump made numerous false claims about immigrants during the debate, including unsubstantiated accusations about violence and eating pets.
As Trump Pushes "Canceling" the 2024 Election, What's the Best Way to Combat His Falsehoods?Trump falsely claims election fraud for 2024 presidential election.
Trump Baselessly Claims Millions of People Born in the 1800s Are Getting Social Security ChecksPresident Trump falsely claimed millions of centenarians receive Social Security, including those from the Civil War era, misleading his audience.Claims of Social Security checks for those aged over 100 are exaggerated and unfounded.
Out-of-date polls to wrong aid amounts: factchecking Trump's Congress addressTrump's address included numerous false claims about U.S. foreign aid and programs related to Ukraine and Burma.
Trump insults Biden, Pelosi in first rally since assassination attemptFormer President Trump delivers fiery two-hour campaign speech with false claims and insults towards Democrats.
Inside the Worst Three Weeks of Donald Trump's 2024 CampaignGuests at a high-powered dinner, including wealthy Trump supporters, were disappointed as Trump doubled down on false claims and race-baiting rhetoric.
Fact-Checking Trump's Remarks on RaceFormer President Trump disparaged Vice President Harris and Black women while making false claims to appeal to Black voters.
As Trump Pushes "Canceling" the 2024 Election, What's the Best Way to Combat His Falsehoods?Trump falsely claims election fraud for 2024 presidential election.
Trump Baselessly Claims Millions of People Born in the 1800s Are Getting Social Security ChecksPresident Trump falsely claimed millions of centenarians receive Social Security, including those from the Civil War era, misleading his audience.Claims of Social Security checks for those aged over 100 are exaggerated and unfounded.
Out-of-date polls to wrong aid amounts: factchecking Trump's Congress addressTrump's address included numerous false claims about U.S. foreign aid and programs related to Ukraine and Burma.
Trump insults Biden, Pelosi in first rally since assassination attemptFormer President Trump delivers fiery two-hour campaign speech with false claims and insults towards Democrats.
Inside the Worst Three Weeks of Donald Trump's 2024 CampaignGuests at a high-powered dinner, including wealthy Trump supporters, were disappointed as Trump doubled down on false claims and race-baiting rhetoric.
Fact-Checking Trump's Remarks on RaceFormer President Trump disparaged Vice President Harris and Black women while making false claims to appeal to Black voters.
Jay-Z Sues Rape Accuser and Lawyers, Saying They Knew Claim Was FalseJay-Z is suing an anonymous woman for falsely accusing him of rape, claiming she admitted the allegations were fabricated.
As Facebook abandons fact-checking, it's also offering bonuses for viral contentMeta's rollback on fact-checking could fuel the spread of misinformation on Facebook.
CNN Jake Tapper, Daniel Dale Rip Trump-Musk Oval Office RantTrump and Musk made numerous unfounded claims during an Oval Office event, prompting scrutiny and fact-checking from CNN's Jake Tapper and Daniel Dale.
CNN's Daniel Dale Torpedoes Trump's Attack On Biden Rips Quoting Usual Suspects' Like Fox In Courthouse RantCNN fact-checker Daniel Dale debunked false claims by Trump during a courthouse rant.
As Facebook abandons fact-checking, it's also offering bonuses for viral contentMeta's rollback on fact-checking could fuel the spread of misinformation on Facebook.
CNN Jake Tapper, Daniel Dale Rip Trump-Musk Oval Office RantTrump and Musk made numerous unfounded claims during an Oval Office event, prompting scrutiny and fact-checking from CNN's Jake Tapper and Daniel Dale.
CNN's Daniel Dale Torpedoes Trump's Attack On Biden Rips Quoting Usual Suspects' Like Fox In Courthouse RantCNN fact-checker Daniel Dale debunked false claims by Trump during a courthouse rant.
Trump Sticks to His Favorite Jabs at Rally in Las VegasTrump's rally showcased a mix of false claims, personal attacks, and attempts to sow fear over immigration issues.
Trump, Repeating 2020 Election Lies, Will Not Commit to Accepting 2024 ResultsFormer President Trump refuses to commit to accepting election results and continues to spread falsehoods about the 2020 election.
Fact check: Trump's false claim that California 'just stopped' counting its 2024 votesTrump continues to make false claims regarding election results, undermining confirmed electoral statistics and dates.
Trump says he sent the military into California to turn the water on. That didn't happenPresident Trump made a false claim about the military restoring water supplies in California.
Obamas lecture America on decency as the Democrats lieDemocratic National Convention speakers demonstrated a pattern of misinformation, raising questions about their claimed moral high ground.
A Haitian student in Miami died by suicide years ago. Trump's words have consequences | OpinionTrump's misleading statements about Haitian immigrants instigate fear and unrest, undermining truth in political dialogue.
Trump Sticks to His Favorite Jabs at Rally in Las VegasTrump's rally showcased a mix of false claims, personal attacks, and attempts to sow fear over immigration issues.
Trump, Repeating 2020 Election Lies, Will Not Commit to Accepting 2024 ResultsFormer President Trump refuses to commit to accepting election results and continues to spread falsehoods about the 2020 election.
Fact check: Trump's false claim that California 'just stopped' counting its 2024 votesTrump continues to make false claims regarding election results, undermining confirmed electoral statistics and dates.
Trump says he sent the military into California to turn the water on. That didn't happenPresident Trump made a false claim about the military restoring water supplies in California.
Obamas lecture America on decency as the Democrats lieDemocratic National Convention speakers demonstrated a pattern of misinformation, raising questions about their claimed moral high ground.
A Haitian student in Miami died by suicide years ago. Trump's words have consequences | OpinionTrump's misleading statements about Haitian immigrants instigate fear and unrest, undermining truth in political dialogue.
Trump WH Boasts in Wildly Over-the-Top Memo Trump Did More in First Week Than Most Presidents Do Over Their Full Term'Trump's first week in office was marked by significant executive actions and controversial policies, asserting it was more impactful than many full presidential terms.
NYS trooper Thomas Mascia, who claimed he was shot during a Long Island traffic stop, turns himself into policeTrooper Mascia admits to false claims about being shot after traffic stop; faces serious charges.Family involvement includes parents also facing criminal charges for firearm possession.
FACT FOCUS: A look at false and misleading claims made by Trump during his first week back in officeTrump's new agenda is based on misleading information about election results and voter demographics.
CNN's Daniel Dale Rips Through Trump's Lie-A-Minute' Post-Inauguration Speech To Prominent FansTrump's inaugural speech contained few falsehoods, but his unscripted remarks were filled with familiar lies, especially about the election and immigration.
Creator of '2000 Mules' apologizes to man falsely accused of ballot fraud in the filmDinesh D'Souza apologized for inaccuracies in his film "2000 Mules," acknowledging misleading information about ballot box surveillance videos.
CNN's Daniel Dale Rips Through Trump's Lie-A-Minute' Post-Inauguration Speech To Prominent FansTrump's inaugural speech contained few falsehoods, but his unscripted remarks were filled with familiar lies, especially about the election and immigration.
Creator of '2000 Mules' apologizes to man falsely accused of ballot fraud in the filmDinesh D'Souza apologized for inaccuracies in his film "2000 Mules," acknowledging misleading information about ballot box surveillance videos.
Teen who stabbed children at Taylor Swift dance class pleads guiltyA tragic knife attack in Southport claimed the lives of three girls, exposing the dangers of misinformation and the deep issues surrounding radicalization in youth.
Springfield's Republican Congressman Says Trump's Attacks on City Have Been Tearing the Community Apart'Baseless accusations against Haitian migrants are harming the community and need to be corrected.Turner highlights that the migrants are legally protected and the claims against them are false.
Teen who stabbed children at Taylor Swift dance class pleads guiltyA tragic knife attack in Southport claimed the lives of three girls, exposing the dangers of misinformation and the deep issues surrounding radicalization in youth.
Springfield's Republican Congressman Says Trump's Attacks on City Have Been Tearing the Community Apart'Baseless accusations against Haitian migrants are harming the community and need to be corrected.Turner highlights that the migrants are legally protected and the claims against them are false.
Southern California doctor sentenced to prison in multimillion-dollar hospice fraud schemeDr. Victor Contreras defrauded Medicare of nearly $4 million through fraudulent hospice care claims and was sentenced to 24 months in prison.
Kash Patel Also Lied about Trump's Personalization of US Intelligence - emptywheelKash Patel's depiction of his role in the Benghazi investigation is fabricated, as corroborating evidence highlights his limited influence.
A Viral Racist Lie Is How Republican Politics WorksSenator J.D. Vance and allies spread false claims about Haitian immigrants to leverage racism within political discourse.
Trump Is Not the Only Republican Who Fits the Fascist DefinitionHouse Speaker Mike Johnson claims a fundamental battle between opposing national visions, framing Democrats as abandoning traditional American values for Marxism.
A Viral Racist Lie Is How Republican Politics WorksSenator J.D. Vance and allies spread false claims about Haitian immigrants to leverage racism within political discourse.
Trump Is Not the Only Republican Who Fits the Fascist DefinitionHouse Speaker Mike Johnson claims a fundamental battle between opposing national visions, framing Democrats as abandoning traditional American values for Marxism.
Celebrities Fall Victim to 'Goodbye Meta AI' Hoax as Fake Privacy Message Goes ViralOver 600,000 users, including celebrities, fell for a viral hoax claiming they could prevent Meta from using their data for AI by sharing a post.
The sad, bizarre tale of hype fanning fears modern cryptography was slainThe discussion around post-quantum cryptography has been fueled by misinformation and alarmist claims about the state of RSA encryption.
Trump's Imaginary Helicopter Friends and Bacon Emergency - emptywheelTrump lied about crowd sizes, poll numbers, and prosecutions during a press conference, while also confusing individuals and sharing false stories.Despite the misinformation and confusion, mainstream media outlets like the New York Times did not extensively cover these incidents.
Celebrities Fall Victim to 'Goodbye Meta AI' Hoax as Fake Privacy Message Goes ViralOver 600,000 users, including celebrities, fell for a viral hoax claiming they could prevent Meta from using their data for AI by sharing a post.
The sad, bizarre tale of hype fanning fears modern cryptography was slainThe discussion around post-quantum cryptography has been fueled by misinformation and alarmist claims about the state of RSA encryption.
Trump's Imaginary Helicopter Friends and Bacon Emergency - emptywheelTrump lied about crowd sizes, poll numbers, and prosecutions during a press conference, while also confusing individuals and sharing false stories.Despite the misinformation and confusion, mainstream media outlets like the New York Times did not extensively cover these incidents.
Trump Rally in Michigan Dominated by More False StatementsTrump's rally highlighted his pattern of falsehoods as the 2024 presidential race intensifies.The event featured false claims about election results and the federal handling of disaster relief.
Amazon pulls fake' Kim Porter memoir about Sean Combs after backlashKim Porter's family denounce a memoir about her relationship with Sean Combs as false and fabricated.
Kim Porter's Children Say She Didn't Write Bestselling Memoir About DiddyThe children of Kim Porter dispute claims about her writing a memoir about an abusive relationship with Sean Diddy Combs.
Amazon pulls fake' Kim Porter memoir about Sean Combs after backlashKim Porter's family denounce a memoir about her relationship with Sean Combs as false and fabricated.
Kim Porter's Children Say She Didn't Write Bestselling Memoir About DiddyThe children of Kim Porter dispute claims about her writing a memoir about an abusive relationship with Sean Diddy Combs.
The trials and triumphs of sustainable scienceScientists are increasingly concerned about sustainability, but many products falsely claim eco-friendliness, complicating their commitment to environmental responsibility.
Vance doesn't back away from false claims about migrants in Ohio even amid threats to the communityJD Vance continues to promote false claims about Haitians in Ohio despite contrary evidence from local officials and the governor.
Vance doesn't back away from false claims about migrants in Ohio even amid threats to the communityJD Vance continues to promote false claims about Haitians in Ohio, drawing concern from local officials and amplifying divisive rhetoric.
What Is This Guy's Obsession?!' Joe Scarborough Mocks JD Vance For Flip-Flopping On Cats After Pushing Haitian Immigrant ConspiracyThe Morning Joe crew criticized JD Vance for promoting false claims regarding Haitian immigrants allegedly eating cats, highlighting the absurdity of such narratives.
Vance doesn't back away from false claims about migrants in Ohio even amid threats to the communityJD Vance continues to promote false claims about Haitians in Ohio despite contrary evidence from local officials and the governor.
Vance doesn't back away from false claims about migrants in Ohio even amid threats to the communityJD Vance continues to promote false claims about Haitians in Ohio, drawing concern from local officials and amplifying divisive rhetoric.
What Is This Guy's Obsession?!' Joe Scarborough Mocks JD Vance For Flip-Flopping On Cats After Pushing Haitian Immigrant ConspiracyThe Morning Joe crew criticized JD Vance for promoting false claims regarding Haitian immigrants allegedly eating cats, highlighting the absurdity of such narratives.
Donald Trump Jr. Piles On With Racist Comments About HaitiansDonald Trump Jr. made controversial statements suggesting that Haitians are less intelligent, linking race and intelligence without any supporting evidence.
Raygun: Australian Olympic Committee condemns disgraceful' online petition attacking Rachael GunnThe AOC condemned a petition against Rachael Raygun Gunn, stating it spreads falsehoods and harassment regarding her Olympic selection.
Trump Falsely Claims No One Died in Jan. 6 Capitol AttackFormer President Trump falsely claimed no deaths occurred during Capitol violence.
Watch live: Aerial view of London as further far-right riots expectedUnrest following false claims led to potential far-right violence in England, necessitating police preparedness.
What Do Conspiracy Theorists Do When Proved Wrong? Double Down or Move On.Online misinformation escalates speculation regarding President Biden's health, highlighting the challenge of correcting false claims even after they are proven wrong.
Trump Claims Joe Biden Was Locked And Loaded' To Shoot Trump And His Entire Family In Berserk Campaign PleaFormer President Trump falsely claimed Biden was ready to take him out and put his family in danger based on misinformation from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.
What Do Conspiracy Theorists Do When Proved Wrong? Double Down or Move On.Online misinformation escalates speculation regarding President Biden's health, highlighting the challenge of correcting false claims even after they are proven wrong.
Trump Claims Joe Biden Was Locked And Loaded' To Shoot Trump And His Entire Family In Berserk Campaign PleaFormer President Trump falsely claimed Biden was ready to take him out and put his family in danger based on misinformation from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.
The London boroughs which have been warned of potential planned riotsFalse claims led to riots despite being proven untrue.MPs and local councils in London warned of potential demonstrations in response to unfounded rumors.Communities and authorities are taking measures to address potential threats and maintain peace.
Why are people rioting across England and how many are involved?Civil unrest spreading due to anti-immigrant sentiments and false claims on social media.
Minister condemns Elon Musk for unjustifiable' claims about civil war' in UKElon Musk's comments on far-right rioting in the UK deemed 'unjustifiable' by justice minister Heidi Alexander.
Why are people rioting across England and how many are involved?Civil unrest spreading due to anti-immigrant sentiments and false claims on social media.
Minister condemns Elon Musk for unjustifiable' claims about civil war' in UKElon Musk's comments on far-right rioting in the UK deemed 'unjustifiable' by justice minister Heidi Alexander.
Far-right riots continue to sweep the UK following fatal stabbings at a children's dance classPolice arrested over 140 in UK riots following false information-driven violence.
More than 100 arrested as Southport stabbings spark London riotProtests and clashes between police and demonstrators in Whitehall after fatal stabbing of three children at a Taylor Swift-themed holiday club in Southport.
Far-right riots continue to sweep the UK following fatal stabbings at a children's dance classPolice arrested over 140 in UK riots following false information-driven violence.
More than 100 arrested as Southport stabbings spark London riotProtests and clashes between police and demonstrators in Whitehall after fatal stabbing of three children at a Taylor Swift-themed holiday club in Southport.
Keir Starmer to meet police leaders as Southport attack leads to violent unrestKeir Starmer to host senior police leaders after violent unrest in England.
The Real Story of Kamala Harris's Record on ImmigrationRepublicans falsely attacking VP Harris as 'border czar' when her focus is on root causes in the south.
Trump and Allies Assail Conviction With Faulty ClaimsFormer President Trump and his loyalists reject guilty verdict, criticize judge and legal system, perpetuating false claims to discredit the trial.
Trump revives false claim that Biden authorized deadly force' for Mar-a-Lago searchTrump falsely claims Biden authorized deadly force against him during FBI search at Mar-a-Lago, using it for fundraising.
Bulgarian fraud gang jailed after stealing 54m in biggest ever benefits scamBulgarian gang defrauded the benefits system by filing false claims for 5 years.Fraudsters used the money for luxury items and laundered the proceeds through various accounts.
Tory Party Goes Full MAGA': Backlash Over Tory Ad Attacking Mayor Sadiq KhanThe Conservative Party faced backlash for an ad targeting London mayor Sadiq Khan, making false claims about crime statistics and enforcement tactics.Critics and experts pointed out that the video was filled with inaccuracies and amateur propaganda, comparing the tactics to those of former U.S. President Donald Trump.
Alexander Smirnov Shared an Already-Debunked Fox News Hoax with His FBI Handler - emptywheelProsecutors did not confirm that Alexander Smirnov's false claims in 2020 came from Russian intelligence.Smirnov attributed the claims about Hunter Biden to Russian spies.