Does Facebook Categorize Users By Political Preferences?
A graphic circulating online in March 2018 brought new attention to one of the company's data-gathering tools.
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‘Fake News’ Smear Takes Hold Among Politicians at All Levels
President Donald Trump's campaign to discredit the news media has spread to officials at all levels of government, who are echoing his use of the term "fake news" as a weapon against unflattering stories.
Controversial Roy Moore Remarks on Slavery Resurface on Social Media
The Alabama politician once again became a topic of debate just days before the end of a high-profile Senate race.
Is Nancy Pelosi in Critical Condition After a Head-On Drunk Driving Accident?
A hoax news article falsely reports that the House Minority Leader was involved in a collision with a bus in Los Angeles.
Everything Donald Trump Has Accomplished in Just Four Months?
We looked into the accuracy of a viral list touting President Trump's accomplishments during his first four months in office.
John Lewis ‘Avoided’ Paying Property Taxes on Washington, D.C. Townhouse?
We found no evidence supporting the claim that Georgia Rep. John Lewis is "avoiding" property tax payments.
U.S. Intelligence Confirms Trump was Blackmailed by Russia?
Memos leaked to the media claiming that Trump was blackmailed by Russian operatives are not verified.
Harvard Professor Wants Electoral College to Reject Trump
Law professor Larry Lessig claims that at least twenty Republican electors are considering abandoning the President-elect.
Obama Urges Soldiers to Question Trump’s Authority?
During a speech at MacDill Air Force Base in Florida, President Obama said that Americans have the freedom to question authority and criticize any sitting president.
Mark Wahlberg Expresses Disdain for Hollywood’s Political Involvement
In an interview with a publication aimed at veterans, actor Mark Wahlberg offered up opinions about celebrity involvement in politics.
General James Mattis Insulted Anti-War Protesters
A quote calling anti-war protesters "pussies" currently being attributed to Marine Corps Gen. James Mattis was first purportedly from Army Gen. Tommy Franks.
Trump’s Latest Staff Pick Outed Dying Gay Brother?
A 2006 article in New York Magazine publicly outed the brother of Kathleen "KT" McFarland.
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Did a Couple Dubbed ‘Ken and Karen’ Point Guns at Protesters?
A chaotic scene in St. Louis sparked outrage, memes, and confusion.
Did Mark McCloskey Donate to Democrats?
After the couple pointed guns at protesters, rumors started to circulate about the McCloskeys' political affiliations.
Background Check: Investigating George Floyd’s Criminal Record
The question of past arrests often surfaces among people who want to rationalize police officers' actions when Black men are killed in custody.
Did Joe Biden Say He Didn’t Want His Kids Growing Up in a ‘Racial Jungle’?
The 2020 Democratic presidential candidate's history with busing has haunted him on the campaign trail.
Does a Photograph Show a Species of Megabat?
The largest bats in the world have wingspans of more than 5 feet.