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- The post claims China plans to sell $147 billion in U.S. Treasuries today, August 5, 2026… — Misleading 25/100threads · Aug 5, 2026 · @sharonrenebest archive · view post ↗
The post claims China plans to sell $147 billion in U.S. Treasuries today, August 5, 2026, at 11:30 AM ET. However, there is no verifiable information from reliable sources confirming this specific, large-scale sale. While China has been steadily dec…
- The post accurately attributes several statements to Donald Trump, which are confirmed by… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Aug 5, 2026 · @aaron.rupar archive · view post ↗
The post accurately attributes several statements to Donald Trump, which are confirmed by 6 sources to have been made in July and August 2026. These statements cover topics such as the US control of the Strait of Hormuz, funds from Venezuela, his eco…
- The post combines an AI-generated image of a Templar knight with the patriotic phrase "Vi… — Mixed 65/100threads · Aug 5, 2026 · view post ↗
The post combines an AI-generated image of a Templar knight with the patriotic phrase "Viva Mexico 🇲🇽". While "Viva Mexico" is a well-known expression of national pride cross-checked by 13 sources, the image itself is a digital creation and bears n…
- The post accurately quotes Scottish actor Brian Cox stating his unwavering support for Pa… — Verified 95/100threads · Aug 5, 2026 · view post ↗
The post accurately quotes Scottish actor Brian Cox stating his unwavering support for Palestine and his indifference to potential backlash, asserting he is "too old, too tired and too talented to take any sh*t." This statement is confirmed by 4 sour…
- The Threads post accurately states that Donald Trump has been sharing AI-generated images… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Aug 5, 2026 · @harryjsisson archive · view post ↗
The Threads post accurately states that Donald Trump has been sharing AI-generated images of himself with historical figures, such as Generals Patton and MacArthur, and Presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. News reports from early August …
- The post accurately states that the Paramount-Warner Bros. lawsuit has been set for March… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Aug 5, 2026 · @demzdeliver archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that the Paramount-Warner Bros. lawsuit has been set for March 2027. This trial date will indeed trigger substantial "ticking fees" for Paramount Skydance, which could amount to over $1 billion by the time the trial conclud…
- A federal court has indeed blocked Donald Trump's attempt to obtain Colorado's entire vot… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Aug 4, 2026 · @demzdeliver archive · view post ↗
A federal court has indeed blocked Donald Trump's attempt to obtain Colorado's entire voter list, confirmed by 5 sources including the Associated Press and FOX 5 DC. While Democrats have had significant success in these types of cases, the claim of a…
- US Senators Elizabeth Warren and Richard Blumenthal have indeed called for an SEC investi… — Verified 90/100threads · Aug 4, 2026 · view post ↗
US Senators Elizabeth Warren and Richard Blumenthal have indeed called for an SEC investigation into President Trump's $TRUMP memecoin, accusing him of a "rug pull" or "illegal scam." confirmed by 13 sources The $TRUMP coin has seen a substantial dec…
- The post accurately reports on a recent incident where an Indian-flagged oil tanker was r… — Mostly true 79/100threads · Aug 4, 2026 · @funstarz001 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately reports on a recent incident where an Indian-flagged oil tanker was reportedly struck by a suicide drone off the coast of Hodeidah, Yemen, near waters controlled by the Houthi movement. Details on casualties or the extent of the d…
- The post accurately claims that Talarico, El Sayed, and Jon Ossoff are currently leading… — Verified 85/100threads · Aug 4, 2026 · @sharonrenebest archive · view post ↗
The post accurately claims that Talarico, El Sayed, and Jon Ossoff are currently leading in recent polls for their respective political races. This is confirmed by 4 sources including Axios, The New Arab, and Emerson College Polling. The post's overa…
- The post accurately states that Microsoft has issued a warning to travelers globally, ind… — Verified 95/100threads · Aug 4, 2026 · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Microsoft has issued a warning to travelers globally, indicating that Russian hackers are targeting Wi-Fi networks at hotels, conference centers, and other hospitality venues worldwide. This information is confirmed by…
- The post claims that Telegram was removed from the Apple App Store worldwide. This is con… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Aug 4, 2026 · view post ↗
The post claims that Telegram was removed from the Apple App Store worldwide. This is confirmed by 9 sources to be partially true; Telegram was indeed temporarily unavailable on the Apple App Store globally on August 4, 2026, affecting new downloads …
- The post accurately reports that Sean Penn is directing a film about a police officer inv… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Aug 4, 2026 · view post ↗
The post accurately reports that Sean Penn is directing a film about a police officer involved in the January 6th Capitol riot, with Bradley Cooper in talks to star, and Warner Bros. is acquiring the film. This information is confirmed by 5 sources. …
- The video accurately states that Jeanine Pirro is the U.S. Attorney for the District of C… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Aug 4, 2026 · @harryjsisson archive · view post ↗
The video accurately states that Jeanine Pirro is the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia and correctly highlights a recent public disagreement between her and Donald Trump regarding the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. However, the specific …
- The images in this post appear AI-generated or illustrative, but the factual claims below… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Aug 3, 2026 · @aaronparnas archive · view post ↗
The images in this post appear AI-generated or illustrative, but the factual claims below are independently verified. The post accurately states that Donald Trump, his sons, and the Trump Organization could be shielded from paying over $100 million i…
- The post accurately states that Pakistan has denied reports of direct U.S.-Iran negotiati… — Verified 90/100threads · Aug 3, 2026 · @funstarz001 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Pakistan has denied reports of direct U.S.-Iran negotiations resuming today, August 3, 2026, and that no official date or venue has been agreed. It also correctly reports that Pakistani and Qatari mediators are still w…
- The post accurately reflects Bill O'Reilly's criticisms of Mexican President Claudia Shei… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Aug 2, 2026 · @funstarz001 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately reflects Bill O'Reilly's criticisms of Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, including his description of her as a "socialist" and his concerns about Mexico's cooperation with the United States on drug cartels. Sheinbaum has indeed…
- The post accurately states that Iran targeted an oil refinery, a power station, and an oi… — Mostly true 79/100threads · Aug 2, 2026 · @flickzradio archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Iran targeted an oil refinery, a power station, and an oil facility in Kuwait. These attacks, which occurred in July 2026, were reported by confirmed by 5 sources as retaliatory strikes following alleged attacks on Ira…
- The post accurately conveys information from a recent court filing where Capital One stat… — Mostly true 79/100threads · Aug 2, 2026 · @harryjsisson archive · view post ↗
The post accurately conveys information from a recent court filing where Capital One stated that Donald Trump's accounts were closed in 2021 after an anti-money laundering review, contradicting Trump's claims of political motivation. This information…
- The post accurately reports a shooting incident near an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Id… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Aug 2, 2026 · @qasimrashid archive · view post ↗
The post accurately reports a shooting incident near an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho, on August 2, 2026, where at least three people were killed, two injured, and the suspect is dead. This event reported by NBC News, CBS News, and KFBK News R…
- The post accurately depicts a Truth Social post by Donald Trump on August 1, 2026, where… — Mixed 65/100threads · Aug 2, 2026 · @lena_may_sail archive · view post ↗
The post accurately depicts a Truth Social post by Donald Trump on August 1, 2026, where he mentioned '51st State' with an image of Venezuela overlaid with the US flag. including The New Republic and CiberCuba, confirm that Trump has publicly discuss…
- The post accurately states that hundreds of protesters marched in Fishers, Indiana, on Au… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · @amay.a100 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that hundreds of protesters marched in Fishers, Indiana, on August 1, 2026, against Greg Bovino's "Mass Deportation Rally". News reports confirm that a counter-protest, referred to as the "Hoosier Hospitality March," was pl…
- The post accurately depicts Harry Sisson reacting to Donald Trump's recent activity of po… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · @harryjsisson archive · view post ↗
The post accurately depicts Harry Sisson reacting to Donald Trump's recent activity of posting numerous AI-generated images on social media, confirmed by 11 sources. News reports from late July and early August 2026 confirm that Trump indeed shared a…
- The Threads post accurately states that Donald J. Trump posted "Hello, Greenland!" on Tru… — Verified 85/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · @funstarz001 archive · view post ↗
The Threads post accurately states that Donald J. Trump posted "Hello, Greenland!" on Truth Social. This post, which included an AI-generated image of Trump looming over Greenland, is confirmed by 5 sources to have been made in May 2026 and is part o…
- The Threads post accurately describes the diplomatic dispute between the United States an… — Verified 90/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · @funstarz001 archive · view post ↗
The Threads post accurately describes the diplomatic dispute between the United States and Spain in early 2026. The US indeed demanded access to Spanish air bases for operations in Iran, threatened to cut off trade, and discussed withdrawing troops a…
- The post accurately states that the U.S. national debt has crossed $40 trillion in 2026,… — Mixed 65/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · view post ↗
The post accurately states that the U.S. national debt has crossed $40 trillion in 2026, cross-checked by 3 sources including the Economic Policy Innovation Center and the U.S. Debt Clock. However, the claims that Donald Trump alone accounts for 28.6…
- The images in this post appear AI-generated or illustrative, but the factual claims below… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · @faranaz_ibraimo archive · view post ↗
The images in this post appear AI-generated or illustrative, but the factual claims below are independently verified. The post accurately attributes the quoted statements to John Mearsheimer, who has made similar analyses in 2026 regarding a US-Iran …
- The post accurately states that Haley Stevens introduced the Hold ICE Accountable Act, wh… — Mixed 68/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · @qasimrashid archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Haley Stevens introduced the Hold ICE Accountable Act, which aims to establish independent oversight of DHS and ICE. However, the claim that the Act proposes redirecting all ICE funding to local communities is an overs…
- The post accurately reports that Kuwaiti Air Defenses are currently responding to hostile… — Mostly true 79/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · @funstarz001 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately reports that Kuwaiti Air Defenses are currently responding to hostile drone threats, with explosions resulting from interceptions, and that the public is urged to follow safety instructions. This information is consistent with off…
- The post features an image of Leonardo DiCaprio with text superimposed on his shirt, clai… — Misleading 25/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · view post ↗
The post features an image of Leonardo DiCaprio with text superimposed on his shirt, claiming that "OUR ENEMIES AREN'T IN IRAN — THEY'RE IN THE — WHITE HOUSE — AND THE — EPSTEIN FILES". This image is digitally altered, and there is no evidence that L…
- The post accurately claims that Wales is set to become the first country to implement a l… — Verified 90/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · view post ↗
The post accurately claims that Wales is set to become the first country to implement a law that could result in politicians losing their jobs for lying. The Senedd Cymru (Member Accountability and Elections) Bill, which includes provisions for a rec…
- The post accurately claims that Spain has implemented new security measures in Ceuta, inc… — Mostly true 79/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · view post ↗
The post accurately claims that Spain has implemented new security measures in Ceuta, including the deployment of military forces, in response to a significant migrant surge. This is confirmed by 4 reliable sources from late July and early August 202…
- The post accurately states that the Department of Justice admitted in court that damage t… — Verified 90/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · @harryjsisson archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that the Department of Justice admitted in court that damage to the reflecting pool was due to a botched job, not vandalism. It also correctly reports that FIFA's plans to sell a stake in the World Cup to the Kushner family…
- The post accurately reports President Trump's statements on Iran's military capabilities… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · @funstarz001 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately reports President Trump's statements on Iran's military capabilities and the proposals from Adm. Brad Cooper and Gen. Dan Caine regarding potential military action,. However, the use of 'BREAKING' is somewhat misleading as some of…
- The post claims a Texas man was arrested for allegedly charging undocumented immigrants $… — Mixed 45/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · @officiallytomjackson archive · view post ↗
The post claims a Texas man was arrested for allegedly charging undocumented immigrants $200 to lead them to "asylum towns" but instead taking them to ICE centers. While there are numerous reports of immigration-related arrests and smuggling operatio…
- The post accurately reports that FIFA President Gianni Infantino has scrapped his proposa… — Verified 90/100threads · Aug 1, 2026 · @harryjsisson archive · view post ↗
The post accurately reports that FIFA President Gianni Infantino has scrapped his proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup following widespread backlash and threatened boycotts. This event is confirmed by 3 reliable sources, with reports from late Ju…
- The post accurately states that Senator Bernie Moreno has a daughter, Emily Moreno, who h… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Jul 31, 2026 · @amay.a100 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Senator Bernie Moreno has a daughter, Emily Moreno, who has accused her ex-husband, Representative Max Miller, of domestic abuse. confirmed by 3 reliable sources However, the assertion that Senator Moreno "won't even s…
- The post combines an authentic video of Benjamin Netanyahu speaking about Israel-Spain re… — Misleading 25/100threads · Jul 31, 2026 · view post ↗
The post combines an authentic video of Benjamin Netanyahu speaking about Israel-Spain relations with a caption that falsely claims Spain will trade with China in Yuan instead of the US dollar. While Netanyahu did make a statement in April 2026 regar…
- The Threads post accurately depicts Dr. Anthony Fauci receiving flowers and a note from a… — Mostly true 79/100threads · Jul 31, 2026 · @amay.a100 archive · view post ↗
The Threads post accurately depicts Dr. Anthony Fauci receiving flowers and a note from a supporter, an event that was widely reported by on July 30, 2026, following his Senate hearing. The images in the post are authentic and show Dr. Fauci holding …
- The post correctly identifies Jon Ossoff, James Talarico, Roy Cooper, and Josh Turek as D… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Jul 31, 2026 · @amay.a100 archive · view post ↗
The post correctly identifies Jon Ossoff, James Talarico, Roy Cooper, and Josh Turek as Democratic candidates for the U.S. Senate in 2026. However, the specific claim that these candidates are receiving support from at least 20% of non-MAGA Republica…
- The post accurately states that Donald Trump announced the "Freedom Haulers" initiative,… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Jul 31, 2026 · @therepublicnl archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Donald Trump announced the "Freedom Haulers" initiative, which aims to transition military veterans into commercial truck driving careers, framed as replacing undocumented immigrant drivers. This initiative was announc…
- The post claims an ICE agent pepper-sprayed a woman in New York on July 30, 2026, for vid… — Mixed 45/100threads · Jul 31, 2026 · @amay.a100 archive · view post ↗
The post claims an ICE agent pepper-sprayed a woman in New York on July 30, 2026, for videotaping. While the video appears authentic and shows an officer spraying a woman, the officer's agency is identified as 'POLICE' on their vest, not explicitly I…
- The post accurately quotes Hunter Biden from his appearance on the Macrodosing podcast, w… — Mostly true 65/100threads · Jul 31, 2026 · @amay.a100 archive · view post ↗
The post accurately quotes Hunter Biden from his appearance on the Macrodosing podcast, which was released on July 30, 2026. Hunter Biden indeed stated that the Black Caucus, Hispanic Caucus, and Progressive Caucus stood with his father, and that Bla…
- The post accurately reports that Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason has filed for a domes… — Mostly true 79/100threads · Jul 31, 2026 · @courtsidebuzzig archive · view post ↗
The post accurately reports that Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason has filed for a domestic violence restraining order against his ex-girlfriend, Marilyn Maritza Melo Rodriguez. The allegations, including physical assault, destruction of property wi…
- The Threads post accurately states that Katie Phang is involved in a lawsuit against Acti… — Verified 90/100threads · Jul 31, 2026 · @amay.a100 archive · view post ↗
The Threads post accurately states that Katie Phang is involved in a lawsuit against Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, and that Todd Blanche has turned over unredacted documents as demanded by Judge Emmet Sullivan for his review. This development…
- The post accurately states that Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic proposal to end D… — Verified 90/100threads · Jul 31, 2026 · @senwarren archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Senate Republicans blocked a Democratic proposal to end Donald Trump's IRS 'sweetheart deal.' This deal, finalized in May 2026, grants Trump and his family immunity from audits on tax returns filed before May 18, 2026.…
- The post accurately states that Congress is investigating Gianni Infantino's ties to Dona… — Mostly true 85/100threads · Jul 31, 2026 · @demsmight archive · view post ↗
The post accurately states that Congress is investigating Gianni Infantino's ties to Donald Trump. This investigation was launched in July 2026 by Representative Jamie Raskin of the House Judiciary Committee, seeking documents related to FIFA's inter…
- The post accurately identifies Ruslana Korshunova as a Russian model who died in 2008 aft… — Mostly true 75/100threads · Jul 31, 2026 · @demsmight archive · view post ↗
The post accurately identifies Ruslana Korshunova as a Russian model who died in 2008 after falling from her ninth-floor apartment in New York. It also correctly states that declassified files indicate she visited Jeffrey Epstein's island in 2006 whe…
- The post accurately reports that Marc Rosenblum, a top Department of Homeland Security of… — Mostly true 79/100threads · Jul 31, 2026 · @crossovermediamnp archive · view post ↗
The post accurately reports that Marc Rosenblum, a top Department of Homeland Security official, resigned in July 2026, accusing the Trump administration of a "war on facts" and obstructing the release of immigration data. While the phrase "shut off …
- The post accurately reports that Elon Musk is planning a significant financial investment… — Verified 90/100threads · Jul 31, 2026 · @demsmight archive · view post ↗
The post accurately reports that Elon Musk is planning a significant financial investment to support Republican candidates in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, with Axios being the initial source for this information. This information is confirmed…
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