Community-Based Fact-Checking

White House’s Anti-Media Site Corrected After Inaccuracies Emerge

The White House recently launched a “Media Bias” webpage designed to expose “fake news,” but the site initially contained factual errors. The page was briefly taken down and altered after incorrectly attributing questions to a Fox News reporter. Currently, the site lists 31 “fake news offenses” from 21 publications, and the White House has come under fire for inaccurate claims against outlets such as The Daily Beast. This new initiative is part of the administration’s ongoing anti-media campaign, which includes restrictions on journalists and legal challenges against news organizations.

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SBU Chief’s 90% Russian Refinery Cut Claim Questioned: Data Doesn’t Support It

“Kinetic sanctions”: 160 strikes on Russian refineries cut oil output by 90% – SBU chief, that headline, it’s a real grabber, isn’t it? It certainly gets your attention, and it’s easy to see why it would be shared widely. However, when we dig into the details and the supporting information, things get a little murkier, and we need to approach the claims with a healthy dose of skepticism.

The core of the issue lies in that initial 90% figure. It’s a significant claim, suggesting a massive impact on Russia’s oil production capabilities. But when you start to look for hard evidence to back it up, you run into some problems.… Continue reading

Jerome Powell Fact-Checks Trump’s False Claims in Live Confrontation

Senator Mullin blocked a resolution from Gallego calling for the release of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein, claiming it was political theater similar to previous investigations against former President Trump. Mullin’s actions raise questions about the need to protect Trump, as his administration failed to deliver on promises regarding the Epstein files. The argument that the investigation is invalid because former President Biden wasn’t involved is deemed weak and lazy, especially considering Trump’s own connection to the case. This obstruction is seen as a deliberate attempt to delay the process and shield Trump from scrutiny.

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Trump Fact-Checked by Fed Chair Powell on Live TV Over False Numbers

During a tour of the Federal Reserve headquarters renovation, former President Trump cited a significantly inflated cost of $3.1 billion, which was immediately refuted by Fed Chair Jerome Powell, who clarified the included figure encompassed an unrelated building. The visit occurred amidst Trump’s ongoing criticism of Powell and his interest rate policies, with the former president previously considering Powell’s dismissal. Despite the friction, Trump suggested he was now unlikely to fire Powell but maintained his desire for lower interest rates, while Powell reaffirmed the Fed’s independence and highlighted the renovation’s necessity.

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Fed Chair Fact-Checks Trump’s Claims During Building Tour

During a tour of the Federal Reserve’s headquarters renovation project, President Trump criticized the project’s rising costs, but was corrected by Chairman Powell. Trump, who had previously attacked Powell, claimed the cost had increased to $3.1 billion, but Powell clarified that the president was including a previously completed building in his calculations. This exchange occurred amidst Trump’s ongoing public criticism of Powell and the Federal Reserve, particularly regarding interest rates and the renovation project’s budget. Despite his public attacks, Trump refrained from direct confrontation during the visit, joking about wanting lower interest rates.

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Jasmine Crockett Fact-Checks Republican Claiming Trump’s Approval is “Soaring”

Jasmine Crockett, without a doubt, has a talent for calling out the absurdities often spouted by certain members of the Republican Party. Her recent exchange, where she dismantled a Republican’s claim that the president’s approval rating was “soaring,” is a perfect example of her direct and effective communication style. It’s the kind of moment that resonates with those who are tired of political spin and prefer a healthy dose of truth.

The premise of the whole interaction stemmed from a Republican’s assertion that the president’s approval ratings were on the rise. This claim, however, was quickly and decisively refuted by Crockett, armed with readily available facts and figures.… Continue reading

Trump Mocked for Claiming $2 LA-SF Flights: Airline Failure Explained

President Trump’s repeated assertion that a Los Angeles to San Francisco flight costs only $2 has been met with widespread mockery. He used this unsubstantiated claim to criticize California’s high-speed rail project, suggesting alternative, cheaper transportation options like driving or flying. The actual cost of such a flight ranges from $100 to $250, a stark contrast to Trump’s assertion. This inaccurate claim, made multiple times, highlights a disconnect from reality and has drawn considerable criticism online.

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Trump’s False White Farmer Genocide Claim: Congo Footage, Not South Africa

Trump’s image of dead ‘white farmers’ came from Reuters footage in the Democratic Republic of Congo, not South Africa, a fact that significantly alters the narrative he attempted to create. This misrepresentation underscores a troubling pattern of disseminating misinformation and relying on unsubstantiated claims to advance a particular viewpoint. The source of the images, readily verifiable through journalistic integrity and fact-checking, points to a deliberate distortion, rather than an accidental error.

The deliberate use of imagery from the Congo to illustrate a supposed crisis affecting white farmers in South Africa highlights a calculated strategy to manipulate public perception. It deliberately conflates two distinct geographical locations and sociopolitical contexts, thereby fueling existing prejudices and narratives around racial conflict and violence.… Continue reading

Trump’s Laughable Gas Price Claim Fact-Checked Into Ridicule

President Trump repeatedly claimed gasoline prices had fallen below $2 per gallon, a figure sharply contradicted by fact-checkers and readily available data showing a national average exceeding $3. His claim, disseminated across social media, sparked widespread ridicule and criticism. While some defenders suggested he referred to futures prices, no official clarification was offered. The discrepancy highlights a significant disconnect between Trump’s statements and the reality faced by American consumers.

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Trump Meltdown: Fact-Checked on Live TV, Refuses to Acknowledge Lies

During an interview, President Trump repeatedly claimed that Kilmar Abrego Garcia, mistakenly deported to El Salvador, had “MS-13” tattooed on his knuckles, despite evidence showing the tattoos were misinterpreted and digitally altered to support this claim. The interviewer, Terry Moran, repeatedly attempted to shift the conversation to other topics, but Trump refused, accusing Moran of being unfair and contributing to distrust in the news media. Experts and Abrego Garcia’s family deny any gang affiliation. Trump’s insistence on the “MS-13” claim, even after Moran pointed out the photo manipulation, dominated the interview.

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