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‘When Can We Open Fire?’: Facebook Group with Self-Proclaimed Military Members Made Violent Plans for Kenosha
‘When Can We Open Fire?’: Facebook Group with Self-Proclaimed Military Members Made Violent Plans for Kenosha
  • 28 August 2020
  • News

A handful of the group's participants claimed to be members of the U.S. Army.

Did Pelosi Visit Hair Salon Closed Due to COVID-19?
Did Pelosi Visit Hair Salon Closed Due to COVID-19?
  • 3 September 2020
  • Fact Check

This hair appointment engendered widespread controversy in summer of 2020.

Did CDC ‘Quietly Update’ COVID-19 Deaths To Say Only 6% Are Legitimate?
Did CDC ‘Quietly Update’ COVID-19 Deaths To Say Only 6% Are Legitimate?
  • 3 September 2020
  • Fact Check

A rumor downplaying the seriousness of the deadly virus was promoted by a group of people that included U.S. President Donald Trump

Voting By Mail? Double-Check Your State’s Deadlines Right Now
Voting By Mail? Double-Check Your State’s Deadlines Right Now
  • 3 September 2020
  • News

The U.S. Postal Service warned that, if you’re voting by mail, waiting until the deadline to apply for or return a ballot may cut it too close.

Qurious About QAnon? Get the Facts About This Dangerous Conspiracy Theory
Qurious About QAnon? Get the Facts About This Dangerous Conspiracy Theory
  • 21 August 2020
  • News

Take note, voters: A nebulous batch of ludicrous rumors that grew into a kind of stealth internet game is now playing a visible part in the 2020 U.S. elections.

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Did California Democrats Introduce an LGBTQ Bill to ‘Protect Pedophiles Who Rape Children’?
Did California Democrats Introduce an LGBTQ Bill to ‘Protect Pedophiles Who Rape Children’?
  • 7 March 2019
  • Fact Check

A bill in the California state Senate would leave the decision of whether individuals convicted of particular sex crimes involving minors must register as sex offenders to the discretion of the court.

Was Jacob Blake Charged With Raping a Child?
Was Jacob Blake Charged With Raping a Child?
  • 27 August 2020
  • Fact Check

Online commentators and social media users sought to undermine protests sparked by the police shooting of Blake in Wisconsin in August 2020.

Does This Video Show Biden Falling Asleep in an Interview?
Does This Video Show Biden Falling Asleep in an Interview?
  • 31 August 2020
  • Fact Check

The manipulated clip was shared by President Trump's social media director.

Did Antifa.com Redirect to Biden’s Official Campaign Website?
Did Antifa.com Redirect to Biden’s Official Campaign Website?
  • 2 September 2020
  • Fact Check

If it was a prank, it wouldn't be the first time the politician has been targeted in such a way.

Is This ‘Trump Army’ Fundraising Email Real?
Is This ‘Trump Army’ Fundraising Email Real?
  • 8 June 2020
  • Fact Check

The Trump campaign launched the "Army for Trump" website in March 2020.

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