Political claims
Fact-checks of political statements, campaign claims, and policy assertions.
593 verifications
- The post accurately states that the California high-speed rail project's estimated cost f… — Mixed 45/100threads · Jul 7, 2026 · @darrendrdrumsrottino archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that the California high-speed rail project's estimated cost for Phase 1 is around $126 billion, cross-checked by 6 sources. However, the claim that there is "no train" is misleading, as significant construction progress ha…
- The post accurately states that articles of impeachment have been filed against Judge Spa… — Verified 90/100threads · Jul 7, 2026 · @temp2165 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that articles of impeachment have been filed against Judge Sparkle Sooknanan, a foreign-born activist judge, for blocking President Trump's efforts to stop undocumented immigrants from voting. This event is current and conf…
- The post accurately reports that Elon Musk supports the deportation of Sneako, and that S… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Jul 7, 2026 · @darkmaga2025 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately reports that Elon Musk supports the deportation of Sneako, and that Sneako made the quoted statements about Islam in New York City. confirmed by 5 sources confirm these events occurred in early July 2026. However, the post's asser…
- The post claims that Italy has banned gay and lesbian couples from becoming parents. This… — Misleading 45/100threads · Jul 7, 2026 · @zorazafi archive · view post ↗
The post claims that Italy has banned gay and lesbian couples from becoming parents. This statement is misleading as the situation is more complex. While Italy has restrictive laws, particularly a 2024 law criminalizing international surrogacy and li…
- The post accurately states that Microsoft is laying off 4,800 workers, its CEO made $96.5… — Mostly true 68/100threads · Jul 7, 2026 · @rbreich archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Microsoft is laying off 4,800 workers, its CEO made $96.5 million in 2025, and the company's net income was $101.8 billion last year. However, the claim about receiving up to $12.5 billion in tax breaks from Trump's 'B…
- The post accurately states that Democrats are planning "Project 2029," a strategic plan t… — Mixed 45/100instagram · Jul 7, 2026 · @anonymousgroupinc archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Democrats are planning "Project 2029," a strategic plan to prepare for a potential Democratic administration in 2029, presented by the liberal journal Democracy as a response to Project 2025. However, the on-screen tex…
- The Threads post accurately shares a screenshot of a Washington Post article from July 19… — Mostly true 79/100threads · Jul 7, 2026 · @theheatherashley archive · view post ↗
The Threads post accurately shares a screenshot of a Washington Post article from July 19, 2023, titled 'Judge clarifies: Yes, Trump was found to have raped E. Jean Carroll'. This article, and the judge's clarification it reports, are. The Supreme Co…
- The post accurately reports that Palestinian goalkeeper Saleem Al-Ashqar was killed by Is… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Jul 7, 2026 · @corbin.somewhere archive · view post ↗
The post accurately reports that Palestinian goalkeeper Saleem Al-Ashqar was killed by Israeli forces in Gaza in late June 2026, a fact confirmed by 6 sources. However, the claim that FIFA has remained silent is misleading, as there have been widespr…
- The post accurately states that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral took place in Tehran in… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Jul 7, 2026 · @ethanlevinsz archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral took place in Tehran in July 2026, with large crowds attending. However, the claim of 9 million attendees is an exaggeration, as news reports indicate millions, but not specifically 9 m…
- The post accurately reports that liberal host Bill Maher stated in June 2026 that he woul… — Mostly true 79/100threads · Jul 7, 2026 · @oldpik66 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately reports that liberal host Bill Maher stated in June 2026 that he would consider voting for a Republican like J.D. Vance or Marco Rubio in 2028. This statement was made on his show "Real Time" and was driven by his concerns about t…
- The post accurately states that a power shut-off occurred in a Jewish neighborhood in NYC… — Mixed 45/100threads · Jul 7, 2026 · @josephgoldner62 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that a power shut-off occurred in a Jewish neighborhood in NYC during a heat wave in early July 2026, and correctly identifies Zohran Mamdani as the current mayor. However, it misleadingly implies that Mayor Mamdani directl…
- The post falsely claims that Egypt and Jordan have announced their intention to sign a hi… — False 15/100threads · Jul 6, 2026 · @naturalher467 archive · view post ↗
The post falsely claims that Egypt and Jordan have announced their intention to sign a historic joint defense pact with Iran targeted against Israel. In reality, refuted by 9 sources indicate that Egypt and Jordan welcomed a peace agreement between t…
- The images in this post appear AI-generated or illustrative, but the factual claims below… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Jul 6, 2026 · @malloy.rocks archive · view post ↗
The images in this post appear AI-generated or illustrative, but the factual claims below are independently verified. The post claims Ukraine destroyed a Russian oil refinery in Omsk, which is the largest in Russia and over 1500 miles from the border…
- The post accurately reports that Dell Technologies stock surged on July 6, 2026, and that… — Mostly true 70/100instagram · Jul 6, 2026 · @trustmystocks archive · view post ↗
The post accurately reports that Dell Technologies stock surged on July 6, 2026, and that President Trump publicly urged Americans to buy Dell products, referencing a $6.25 billion donation from Michael and Susan Dell to the Trump Accounts program. T…
- The post accurately describes a real incident that occurred in North Charleston, SC, on J… — Mixed 59/100threads · Jul 6, 2026 · @toddstarnesfnc archive · view post ↗
The post accurately describes a real incident that occurred in North Charleston, SC, on July 4, 2026, where a female police officer was assaulted by a mob during a "teen takeover" event, and police confiscated guns and a makeshift spear. The video fo…
- The Instagram post accurately reports on The Daily Wire's current business strategies and… — Verified 90/100instagram · Jul 6, 2026 · @the_intelligent.investor archive · view post ↗
The Instagram post accurately reports on The Daily Wire's current business strategies and financial performance. The company is actively seeking at least $100 million in new investment and is considering an IPO, confirmed by 5 sources. It privately d…
- The post accurately identifies Steven J. Demetriou as the Executive Chair of Amentum Hold… — Mostly true 65/100tiktok · Jul 6, 2026 · @lanadoriss archive · view post ↗
The post accurately identifies Steven J. Demetriou as the Executive Chair of Amentum Holdings, Inc. and a Director of FirstEnergy since 2017. It also correctly states that Amentum is the prime government contractor for the Camp East Montana ICE deten…
- The post accurately states that flesh-eating bacteria, specifically Vibrio vulnificus, is… — Mostly true 68/100instagram · Jul 6, 2026 · @localizefood.app archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that flesh-eating bacteria, specifically Vibrio vulnificus, is spreading through US waterways, including New York and Florida, in 2026, and that warming waters are contributing to its spread. The mortality rate of one in fi…
- The Threads post accurately describes large-scale pro-Palestinian demonstrations in Sydne… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Jul 6, 2026 · @wiremeshsculptures archive · view post ↗
The Threads post accurately describes large-scale pro-Palestinian demonstrations in Sydney and Melbourne during Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to Australia in February 2026, which involved clashes with police and road closures. The protests w…
- The post accurately describes the phenomenon of Russian birth tourism in South Florida, w… — Verified 85/100threads · Jul 6, 2026 · @yruohk archive · view post ↗
The post accurately describes the phenomenon of Russian birth tourism in South Florida, where wealthy women travel to secure U.S. citizenship for their children. This practice involves packages that can cost tens of thousands of dollars and has been …
- The post features a video that appears to be authentic footage of Ismail Haniyeh, not Yah… — Misleading 45/100threads · Jul 6, 2026 · @ovexro archive · view post ↗
The post features a video that appears to be authentic footage of Ismail Haniyeh, not Yahya Sinwar, holding a child. While Yahya Sinwar was indeed killed by Israel in October 2024, the claims that he used a child as a shield and hid in women's clothe…
- The post accurately depicts a protest in Philadelphia where American flags were burned, w… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Jul 6, 2026 · @authorrossgallen archive · view post ↗
The post accurately depicts a protest in Philadelphia where American flags were burned, which aligns with reports from around July 4, 2026. However, the post's broad claim that "Muslims are burning American flags" is a generalization that lacks speci…
- The post accurately states that a California man, Edwin Castro, won a record $2.04 billio… — Verified 90/100threads · Jul 6, 2026 · @i.make.comment archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that a California man, Edwin Castro, won a record $2.04 billion Powerball lottery prize and took home approximately $628.5 million after federal taxes. confirmed by 3 reliable sources including The Economic Times, Wikipedia…
- The post features a video of Pope Francis, but the accompanying caption discusses Pope Le… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Jul 6, 2026 · @christopherjhale archive · view post ↗
The post features a video of Pope Francis, but the accompanying caption discusses Pope Leo XIV. While the video itself appears authentic and shows Pope Francis, the claims in the caption about Pope Leo XIV's visit to Lampedusa on July 4, 2026, during…
- The post correctly identifies Zohran Mamdani as a politician and the current Mayor of New… — Mixed 55/100threads · Jul 5, 2026 · @amay.a100 archive · view post ↗
The post correctly identifies Zohran Mamdani as a politician and the current Mayor of New York City, who assumed office on January 1, 2026. cross-checked by 3 reliable sources However, the claim that he has delivered most of his campaign promises in …
- The post accurately reports that Washington D.C. experienced very unhealthy air quality o… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Jul 5, 2026 · @matthewzack704 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately reports that Washington D.C. experienced very unhealthy air quality on July 5, 2026, following a large July 4th fireworks display, and residents were advised to stay indoors. However, the claim that D.C. had the absolute worst air…
- The post accurately states that Spain has instructed state-backed companies to avoid new… — Mostly true 79/100threads · Jul 5, 2026 · @tech.tribe8 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Spain has instructed state-backed companies to avoid new contracts with Palantir due to national sovereignty risks, a move that confirmed by 7 sources including Anadolu Ajansı and Mena FN. This aligns with similar acti…
- The post claims that President Trump and RFK Jr. are joining forces to protect American a… — Mixed 55/100threads · Jul 5, 2026 · @lance.onesync archive · view post ↗
The post claims that President Trump and RFK Jr. are joining forces to protect American agriculture and ban Bill Gates-backed lab-grown meat. While Bill Gates has invested in lab-grown meat companies cross-checked by 5 sources, and both Trump and RFK…
- The post claims China stated the International Criminal Court (ICC) must arrest Benjamin… — Misleading 35/100threads · Jul 5, 2026 · @jobidigbo archive · view post ↗
The post claims China stated the International Criminal Court (ICC) must arrest Benjamin Netanyahu and his family for the total destruction of Gaza. While China has indeed expressed support for ICC arrest warrants against Netanyahu and former Defense…
- The post accurately states that there is a movement in Chicago to rename the street outsi… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Jul 5, 2026 · @ddbrown44 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that there is a movement in Chicago to rename the street outside Trump Tower as "Barack Hussein Obama Way." This proposal was introduced by a Chicago alderman in mid-June 2026, following a petition, and has garnered signifi…
- The post accurately depicts that Grok's account on X was temporarily suspended for statin… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Jul 4, 2026 · @gregdwulit archive · view post ↗
The post accurately depicts that Grok's account on X was temporarily suspended for stating that Israel and the US are committing genocide in Gaza, citing ICJ rulings, UN experts, Amnesty International, and B'Tselem reports. This event confirmed by 7 …
- The post accurately states that Senate Democrats have introduced a new bill related to pr… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Jul 4, 2026 · @219_tiger_2_sunflower archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Senate Democrats have introduced a new bill related to presidential pardons and that Donald Trump has issued pardons for January 6 rioters and Changpeng Zhao. However, the specific bill identified in search results, th…
- The post accurately presents a woman reacting to a genuine TikTok video from the White Ho… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Jul 4, 2026 · @laurenlehmancarter archive · view post ↗
The post accurately presents a woman reacting to a genuine TikTok video from the White House account, which used Taylor Swift's music with imagery of Donald Trump. This event was widely reported in November 2025. While the video itself is authentic, …
- The Threads post features a fabricated screenshot attributed to Donald J. Trump, claiming… — False 19/100threads · Jul 4, 2026 · @dammyreal1 archive · view post ↗
The Threads post features a fabricated screenshot attributed to Donald J. Trump, claiming he made statements about FIFA referees, Folarin Balogun's red card, and threatened to cancel the World Cup. While Folarin Balogun did receive a controversial re…
- The post claims a specific exchange between JD Vance and Emmanuel Macron regarding Iran's… — Mixed 45/100threads · Jul 3, 2026 · @hamiltonwilhelmina archive · view post ↗
The post claims a specific exchange between JD Vance and Emmanuel Macron regarding Iran's nuclear program. While JD Vance has recently made statements about Iran being further from a nuclear bomb, the exact quote in the post is not precisely matched …
- The post claims that Elon Musk transformed X into a pro-Trump echo chamber to aid his 202… — Mostly true 65/100youtube · Jul 3, 2026 · @nowthisimpact archive · view post ↗
The post claims that Elon Musk transformed X into a pro-Trump echo chamber to aid his 2024 election bid, which is largely supported by confirmed by 5 sources indicating a shift towards right-leaning content and amplification of Republican voices on t…
- Media note: the attached media is AI-generated / synthetic — and the post itself acknowle… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Jul 3, 2026 · @pictures.of.sue archive · view post ↗
Media note: the attached media is AI-generated / synthetic — and the post itself acknowledges this rather than presenting it as real. The verdict below grades the post's own claims. The video payload is an AI-generated deepfake featuring Donald Trump…
- The post presents two photographs, one from 1920 and another from 2022, depicting a coast… — Misleading 25/100threads · Jul 2, 2026 · @manonaledgeltd archive · view post ↗
The post presents two photographs, one from 1920 and another from 2022, depicting a coastal area. While the existence of such photographs is plausible, the post's claim that they show no significant change in sea level is misleading. Scientific data …
- The central claim that Donald Trump made a statement in 1998 to People Magazine calling R… — False 15/100threads · Jul 2, 2026 · @rebecca88wright archive · view post ↗
The central claim that Donald Trump made a statement in 1998 to People Magazine calling Republicans the "dumbest group of voters in the country" is false. This quote has been widely debunked by refuted by 3 reliable sources including Full Fact, Polit…
- The post accurately states that Donald Trump discussed the Panama Canal with Theodore Roo… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Jul 2, 2026 · @lillian_dca_washington archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Donald Trump discussed the Panama Canal with Theodore Roosevelt and that Theodore Roosevelt died in 1919. However, the post misleadingly frames the interaction as a 'hallucination' when it was with an AI replica of the…
- The post claims that X banned an account documenting Donald Trump's 'corrupt' stock trade… — Mixed 45/100threads · Jul 2, 2026 · @headquartersnewsroom archive · view post ↗
The post claims that X banned an account documenting Donald Trump's 'corrupt' stock trades. While there are cross-checked by 3 reliable sources regarding Trump's stock trades and accusations of corruption, there is no verifiable information about X b…
- The Threads post accurately attributes statements to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Neta… — Verified 85/100threads · Jul 2, 2026 · @haseebfud archive · view post ↗
The Threads post accurately attributes statements to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding Israel's desire to no longer receive American aid. Netanyahu explicitly stated, "We don't want it," referring to US aid, and has expressed a desi…
- The post accurately identifies Jason Paul Watson as an active duty Major in the United St… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Jul 1, 2026 · @truthbyhaig archive · view post ↗
The post accurately identifies Jason Paul Watson as an active duty Major in the United States Air Force who called for the impeachment, conviction, and removal of Donald Trump and JD Vance. This event is confirmed by 5 sources, including Mediaite and…
- The video accurately shows the removal of Donald Trump's name from buildings in Panama, N… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Jul 1, 2026 · @lady_star_gem archive · view post ↗
The video accurately shows the removal of Donald Trump's name from buildings in Panama, New York, and Toronto, events that occurred between 2016 and 2018. The claim about Washington D.C. is also accurate, as a federal judge ordered the removal of Tru…
- The central claim that President Trump launched an online platform called "Donate-To-Dona… — False 15/100instagram · Jul 1, 2026 · @micha_m2026 archive · view post ↗
The central claim that President Trump launched an online platform called "Donate-To-Donald" in 2026 to solicit direct private funding for the executive branch is false. There is no credible evidence from reliable news sources or official government …
- The TikTok post by Al Jazeera English accurately states that a UN inquiry found children… — Mostly true 79/100tiktok · Jul 1, 2026 · @aljazeeraenglish archive · view post ↗
The TikTok post by Al Jazeera English accurately states that a UN inquiry found children in Gaza are being shot with single bullets. This is confirmed by 4 reliable sources including the Associated Press, Los Angeles Times, and Al Jazeera itself. The…
- The post falsely claims that Pete Hegseth fired Nancy Mace and that Nancy Mace subsequent… — False 15/100threads · Jul 1, 2026 · @daghost_official archive · view post ↗
The post falsely claims that Pete Hegseth fired Nancy Mace and that Nancy Mace subsequently became the Democratic nominee for Congress in South Carolina. In reality, Pete Hegseth fired Nancy Lacore, a Navy admiral, in August 2025. Nancy Lacore, not N…
- The post claims that Zionists are kidnapping a 6-year-old child. While there are document… — Mixed 45/100threads · Jul 1, 2026 · @wolfzen13 archive · view post ↗
The post claims that Zionists are kidnapping a 6-year-old child. While there are documented cases of child abductions and deaths in the Israel-Palestine conflict, including reports of Israeli forces abducting children, no specific, widely reported in…
- The post accurately states that Dave Bautista has often spoken out in support of women's… — Mostly true 69/100threads · Jul 1, 2026 · @jojowills2022 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Dave Bautista has often spoken out in support of women's rights and LGBTQ+ equality, and he is a former WWE champion. The specific quote attributed to him regarding men being louder about women's rights is also widely …
- The post accurately states that Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is involved in le… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Jul 1, 2026 · @demzdeliver archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is involved in legislative efforts concerning US military aid to Israel. However, the claim that she introduced legislation to halt *all* U.S. military aid to Israel is an overst…
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