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Rumors and questionable claims we have researched recently.

Elon Musk Didn't Go into Restaurant Disguised as Homeless Person

Written by:
Jack Izzo
Dec. 12, 2024 Similar claims appeared in numerous videos posted on social media.
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A TikTok user with the handle @iceman_fox1 uploaded a video purportedly showing an unidentified drone spotted flying at low altitude somewhere over New Jersey.

Video of 'Unidentified Drone' Flying Over New Jersey Is Fake

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Dec. 12, 2024 One X user wrote of the December 2024 video, "Oh, good, it looks like we're dealing with Imperia ...
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No, Trump Wasn't Deemed a Drag Queen in Florida Court

Written by:
Joey Esposito
Dec. 12, 2024 The same source alleged that Trump would no longer be able to have his photo featured in social ...
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Video of Mitch McConnell with Bandage Around Head Is Partially Fake

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Dec. 12, 2024 The U.S. Senate Republican leader suffered a fall in December 2024, leading a popular X user to ...
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Yes, the Book 'Wicked' Contains Explicit Content

Written by:
Nur Ibrahim
Dec. 12, 2024 The novel may not be exactly like your favorite hit musical or movie.
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False Rumor Alleges Chiefs' Andy Reid, Steelers' Mike Tomlin Banned Black National Anthem

Written by:
Anna Rascouët-Paz
Dec. 12, 2024 Since 2020, the NFL has occasionally invited singers to perform the hymn "Lift Every Voice and S ...
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Unpacking Claim Letter Shows UnitedHealthcare Denied Drugs to Child with Cancer

Written by:
Laerke Christensen
Dec. 12, 2024 A complaint letter allegedly written by a doctor first circulated in 2022.
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Yes, 'Approximately 2 Terrier Mix Type Dogs' Were Sued by US Justice Department

Written by:
Laerke Christensen
Dec. 12, 2024 A Southern Indiana court issued a warrant to take the dogs into custody.
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No, Walmart Didn't Announce Closure of Stores in Red States by 2025

Written by:
Caroline Wazer
Dec. 12, 2024 One Facebook user said of the rumor: “That would be the stupidest thing Walmart can do.”
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UnitedHealthCare CEO Brian Thompson Was Not Set to Testify Against Pelosi in Insider Trading Case

Written by:
Anna Rascouët-Paz
Dec. 12, 2024 At least one X user claimed former U.S. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi used mind-control tech ...
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False Rumor Alleges George Clooney Left US Because of 'Red Wave'

Written by:
Taija PerryCook
Dec. 12, 2024 The actor and his wife, Amal Clooney, have owned property outside the U.S. for at least a decade.
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A Black man wearing glasses is pictured next to two white people. The white person on the left in that image appears to be a woman wearing a flight stewardess uniform that needs to be restrained by the person on the right, who appears to be a man wearing a law enforcement uniform. A red arrow points to the stewardess.

False Videos Claim Snoop Dogg Denied 1st-Class Entry on Plane Due to His Race

Written by:
Nikki Dobrin
Dec. 12, 2024 The footage surfaced as the rapper was promoting several new projects.
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Trump Has Been Named Time Magazine's Person of the Year

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Dec. 12, 2024 The title represents "a person, group or concept that had the biggest impact — for good or for i ...
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A white man sitting in a red chair wearing a red hat and sui is pictured next to a tree decorated with ornaments with presents underneath it.

Santa Claus Contemplated Shooting Himself in Real Vintage Ad

Written by:
Joey Esposito
Dec. 12, 2024 The bizarre ad for a men's fashion brand prompted one social media user to say: "This is unhinge ...
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No Proof Morgan Freeman Had Rumored Affair with Step-Granddaughter

Written by:
Nikki Dobrin
Dec. 12, 2024 The National Enquirer's original 2009 story was rooted in speculation, and claims raised during ...
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False Story Claims Shaq Saved Little Boy at Diner from Abusive Father

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Dec. 11, 2024 A YouTube video featuring AI content told a fabricated story about former NBA star Shaquille O'N ...
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Trump Mocked Canadian PM Trudeau as 'Governor' Following Mar-a-Lago Dinner Discussion

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Dec. 11, 2024 The U.S. President-elect shared the remarks on Truth Social, including posting: "Governor Justin ...
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CNN Didn't Add Pronouns to Chyron Display of Syrian Rebel Leader's Name

Written by:
Laerke Christensen
Dec. 11, 2024 An image circulating online purported to show "He/Him" pronouns on the chyron display after Abu ...
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A white man holding a coffee cup is pictured next to an article that says, "Elon Musk Considers Melting Down Statue of Liberty To Make Series of Limited Edition Cyber Trucks."

Fake CNN Article Claims Elon Musk Is Considering Melting Statue of Liberty to Make Cybertrucks

Written by:
Jordan Liles
Dec. 11, 2024 Musk jokingly responded to the rumor on X, "No, I definitely melted it down 1,000%."
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Yes, This Is an Official Mug Shot of the UnitedHealthcare CEO Shooting Suspect

Written by:
Taija PerryCook
Dec. 11, 2024 The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections released several photos of the alleged shooter.
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