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Joe Biden
No evidence to support Biden’s suggestion that his uncle was eaten by cannibals
National
No, photo doesn’t show Marines at a Trump campaign fundraiser at Mar-a-Lago
The Marines photographed at Mar-a-Lago were there to support a charity seeking to reduce veteran suicides. Former President Trump was not in attendance.
Donald Trump
No, photo doesn’t show Marines at a Trump campaign fundraiser at Mar-a-Lago
Four U.S. Marines attended a fundraiser for a charity seeking to reduce veteran suicides at the Mar-a-Lago Club.
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VERIFY This | Trump trial claims, Biden draft and China getting billions from Biden?
In this week's episode, we verify claims about Trump's criminal trial, debunk a video claiming Biden is implementing the draft and if he's giving billions to China.
Health
There’s no proof that Mucinex helps people get pregnant
People online have shared stories of getting pregnant after taking Mucinex. But does the drug actually improve fertility? Here’s what we can VERIFY about the science
National
You can still contact emergency services during a 911 outage
If you’re unable to call 911 during an outage, there are other ways to get help if you’re experiencing an emergency. Here’s what you need to know.
Electric Vehicles
EVs do not rely on diesel generators
A post falsely claims electric cars like Tesla need three hours on a generator to go 200 miles. But EVs don’t use generators and take only minutes to charge.
Electric Vehicles
No, diesel generators for charging electric vehicles aren't popping up everywhere
A viral post claiming diesel generators for EVs are “popping up everywhere” is false. The EV charging network doesn't rely on diesel or gas generators at all.
Government
Would a former president get Secret Service protection in prison? What we can VERIFY
Many readers asked if former President Trump would get Secret Service protection if he’s convicted of a crime and goes to prison. Here’s why the answer is unclear.
Environment
No, this isn’t the first time since 1803 that two broods of cicadas emerged at once
Two broods of cicadas emerge together every five or six years on average, contrary to online posts claiming this hasn’t happened in 221 years.
Donald Trump
No, a New York judge didn’t bar Donald Trump from going to Barron Trump's graduation
The judge presiding over Trump’s hush money trial said it’s too early to decide if the former president would be allowed to attend Barron Trump’s May 17 graduation.
Israel-Hamas War
Claims that hostages held by Hamas haven't been visited by the Red Cross need context
The Red Cross has not been granted access to visit the hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza. Here’s what we can VERIFY about the organization’s role in the conflict.
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