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IRS Has Not Introduced Immigrant Housing Tax Incentive, Contrary to Posts

February 21, 2024

The IRS has not introduced a tax incentive for U.S. families to house immigrants in exchange for labor. A bogus claim that was originally posted as satire is circulating on social media without a disclaimer.

Trump Repeats Many Claims in Fox News Town Hall

February 21, 2024

In a Feb. 20 town hall in South Carolina that aired on Fox News, days before the state’s Republican primary, former President Donald Trump repeated several false and misleading claims we’ve fact-checked before.

Unraveling Misinformation About Bipartisan Immigration Bill

February 15, 2024

Even before a bipartisan group of senators unveiled the text of a foreign aid and immigration overhaul bill on Feb. 4, it faced significant opposition from former President Donald Trump and other Republican leaders. We’ll explain what was in the legislation and the facts on two popular talking points.

Students in Israel Don’t Carry Guns to Class, Contrary to Social Media Posts

February 15, 2024

Israel has established strict measures in response to armed attacks on its schoolchildren. But social media posts falsely claim there have been “no school shootings in Israel” and use a photo to misleadingly suggest students carry weapons to class. Only guards and other specific personnel — not students — can carry arms in Israeli schools.

Trump’s Hollow Claim about ‘Inner Cities’

February 15, 2024

President Donald Trump claimed that his administration is “spending a lot of money on the inner cities.” But there has been little change in spending so far, and his first budget proposes to cut or eliminate funding for some programs that benefit cities.

Illinois School District’s Shift to Equitable Grading Is Misrepresented Online

February 15, 2024

A school district in Illinois is considering implementing “equitable grading,” which would focus more on evaluating student learning than class participation or homework. A conservative website misrepresented the idea as a “race-based grading system” in a story that went viral. The equitable grading system would apply to all students.

Gun violence prevention and gun safety get a boost

February 13, 2024

After the 2022 massacre of 19 children and two teachers at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, the Biden administration called for stricter gun legislation. Uvalde spurred the first significant gun safety law in 30 years, which Biden signed in June of 2022, and the president took further action on his own.

Sorting Out the Partisan Tax Spin on Inflation Reduction Act

February 12, 2024

Both political parties are spinning the facts on whether the Democrats’ Inflation Reduction Act would raise taxes.

Trump Wrong on U.S. Agriculture Exports to China

February 12, 2024

In announcing “phase one” of a tentative trade deal with China, President Donald Trump wrongly stated that the “all-time high” for U.S. agricultural exports to China was “$16 or $17 billion.” Actually, it was nearly $26 billion in 2012.

Trump Exaggerates China Trade Impact on Farmers

February 12, 2024

At his rally in Iowa, President Donald Trump falsely claimed that the new trade agreement with China “will boost American agriculture by $50 billion every year.” China agreed to increase agricultural purchases by $12.5 billion this year and $19.5 billion next year compared with 2017 levels.

Unraveling Misinformation About Bipartisan Immigration Bill

February 8, 2024

🚨Fake News Alert🚨 Viral Posts Misuse Rat Study to Make Unfounded Claims About COVID-19 Vaccines and Autism

January 30, 2024

COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy benefits both mother and baby. Side effects are generally mild, and studies don’t show negative effects on the baby. A criticized study that gave COVID-19 vaccines to pregnant rats doesn’t show that vaccines cause autism or that people shouldn’t get COVID-19 vaccines, contrary to claims.

Fact-Checks: Faulty Science Underpins Florida Surgeon General’s Call to Halt mRNA COVID-19 Vaccination

January 16, 2024

The COVID-19 vaccines have saved millions of lives, according to multiple studies. Despite this, Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo issued a statement on Jan. 3 calling for a halt in the use of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines, made by Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna.

Debunking Bogus Claim of ‘Bipartisan’ Support for Mayorkas Impeachment Hearings

January 5, 2024

Legislators often tout support for some piece of legislation as bipartisan, even if only a few members from the opposing party back it. But in an announcement about committee hearings to investigate the possible impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, one Republican is taking claims of bipartisanship to absurd new lengths.

Fake News Alert: Posts Use Transposed Mugshot of Epstein to Target Kamala Harris

January 3, 2024

A federal judge has ordered the release of documents that will identify scores of accused sex-trafficker Jeffrey Epstein’s associates. The order has led many social media users to share a digitally manipulated image that purports to show Vice President Kamala Harris posing with Epstein. The original photo showed Harris with her husband, Douglas Emhoff.

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Biden administration opened the gates to allow illegal immigration? Republican posts misrepresent use of floodgates at Southern Border

December 17, 2023

To avoid damage from heavy rains, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials have opened floodgates along Arizona’s border fencing during monsoon season since 2009. But social media users, including Sen. Ted Cruz, shared posts with the misleading claim that the Biden administration opened the gates “by design” to allow illegal immigration.

Navigating the Web of Politics: The Importance of Fact-Checks

November 16, 2023

Explore the intricate web of politics with a focus on fact-checking. Delve into popular topics, including claims by Donald Trump, Joe Biden, Hunter Biden, and Hillary Clinton, as fact-checkers navigate the landscape of information, ensuring transparency and accuracy in the realm of political discourse.

Fake News Alert: Trump’s Latest Election Fraud Spin

November 16, 2023

In his latest election fraud spin, former President Donald Trump falsely suggested that 3,600 criminally duplicated ballots were counted in Atlanta’s Fulton County in the 2020 presidential election. He is referring to news reported months ago about errors made during an audit — not during the official ballot count.

Daily Fact-Check: COVID-19 Vaccination During Pregnancy Is Safe, Has Multiple Benefits

November 15, 2023

Being vaccinated against COVID-19 helps protect pregnant people from severe COVID-19. When given during pregnancy, the vaccines can also reduce the risk of hospitalization from COVID-19 early in a baby’s life. A new study adds to the evidence that vaccination during pregnancy is safe for babies, contrary to social media and online claims.

Daily Fact-Check: Trump’s False Claim That U.S. Military Moving to Electric Tanks

November 14, 2023

The military is moving toward the electrification of its vehicle fleets. It’s not, as former President Donald Trump falsely claims, going “to make our great Army tanks all-electric.”

Daily Fact-Check: COVID-19 Vaccines Save Lives, Are Not More Lethal Than COVID-19

November 10, 2023

COVID-19 vaccination reduces the risk of death from COVID-19. Social media posts have misused survey data and adverse events reports to falsely claim that COVID-19 vaccines have killed more people than COVID-19. But serious adverse events resulting from vaccination, including deaths, are rare.

Daily Fact-Check: No Change in George Floyd’s Cause of Death, Despite Viral False Claims

November 9, 2023

The police officer who kept his knee on George Floyd’s neck for about nine minutes in 2020 was convicted of murder, and the medical examiner determined that police efforts to subdue Floyd caused his death. Nothing about the autopsy’s findings have changed, but social media posts falsely claim new documents show Floyd died of a drug overdose or natural causes.

Daily Fact-Check: Have COVID-19 Vaccines Been Shown to Alter DNA, Cause Cancer?

November 1, 2023

Small amounts of DNA from the manufacturing process may remain in the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines. Purification and quality control steps ensure any leftover DNA is present within regulatory limits. There isn’t reason to think that this residual DNA would alter a person’s DNA or cause cancer, contrary to claims made online.

Daily Fact-Check: Did a subpoena of bank records prove that Joe Biden benefited from his family’s influence peddling scheme? Nope.

October 30, 2023

A subpoena of bank records of Biden family members has turned up a $200,000 payment in 2018 from James Biden to his brother Joe Biden, and Rep. James Comer is citing it as proof “that Joe Biden benefited from his family’s influence peddling scheme.” But bank records are consistent with White House claims that the payment was simply repayment of a loan.

Unveiling the Truth: Your Daily Guide to Fact-Checking Current Events

October 27, 2023

Daily Fact-Check: Conservative Politicians, Commentators Recirculate Old Falsehood on How Much Government Aid for Immigrants

October 26, 2023

Immigrants who come to the U.S. without authorization have very limited access to government benefits. But an old falsehood revived by conservatives conflates aid given to authorized refugees with the limited assistance available to immigrants who entered the country illegally. The claim also inflates the benefits given to refugees.

Daily Fact-Check: Did CNN Reporters Get Caught Faking An Attack in Israel-Hamas War?

October 24, 2023

A CNN report on Oct. 9 showed a news crew in Israel taking shelter in a roadside ditch during a rocket attack. But social media posts used fabricated audio of the news coverage to falsely claim the reporters were “faking an attack.” The audio was altered by a conservative commentary organization that acknowledged “the voice over isn’t real.”

Navigating the Digital Maze: A Guide to Fact-Checking Websites and Spotting Misinformation

October 24, 2023

Discover the best news sources, fact-checking websites, and media watchdogs in our comprehensive guide. Enhance your critical thinking skills and spot misinformation effectively. Stay informed with trusted resources!

Daily Fact-Check: Has Poverty Increased During President Joe Biden‘s Administration?

October 23, 2023

The official U.S. poverty rate in 2022 “remained stable compared to 2021,” but an alternative method of measuring poverty “increased significantly, reflecting changes in economic well-being following the end of many pandemic-era programs,” the Census Bureau says in a new report.

Daily Fact-Check: Online Posts Misrepresent Purpose of USDA Community Garden Database 🧐

October 20, 2023

A U.S. Department of Agriculture program that promotes the growth of community gardens in areas with little access to fresh food encourages community groups to register with the USDA. But social media posts misleadingly suggest the USDA wants anyone with a garden to register, “so everyone knows where the people who grow their own food are.

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In a world where information is abundant and misinformation is rampant, the importance of daily fact-checking cannot be overstated. We hope this article has shed light on the invaluable role that fact-checking plays in keeping you well-informed and safeguarding the integrity of our public discourse.

As we conclude this exploration of daily fact-checking, it’s essential to remember that knowledge is power. When you have access to accurate, verified information, you become a more active participant in the events shaping our world. You can engage in discussions with confidence, make informed decisions, and, most importantly, hold those who shape our society accountable for their words and actions.

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We encourage you to make daily fact-checking a part of your routine, a habit that empowers you and contributes to a more informed society. Share the knowledge you gain with friends and family, and together, let’s strive for a world where truth prevails and misinformation is exposed.

In this age of rapid information dissemination, remember that you have the power to be a beacon of truth in your own circle. With each fact-checked article you read, you contribute to a more informed and accountable world. Thank you for joining us on this journey of discovery and enlightenment. Keep fact-checking, keep seeking the truth, and keep making a difference in the world of current events.

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