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Did the NIAID Fund Research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology?

Understanding contradictory claims from Rand Paul and Anthony Fauci.

Do the COVID Vaccines Cause Miscarriages?

Claims that cite VAERS reports ignore that the system makes no attempt to establish cause and effect.

Fact Checking Mike Lindell’s ‘Absolute Interference’ Video

The My Pillow CEO is recycling long-debunked claims about the 2020 election.

Fact Checking Donald Trump’s Latest Voting Fraud Claims

The former president is repeating claims that have been debunked previously.

Fact Checking Joe Biden’s Address to Congress

President Joe Biden addressed a joint session of Congress last Wednesday. During his speech, the ...

Did Ted Cruz Lie About Republicans Not Engaging in ‘Court Packing’?

Let’s talk about the definition of that term.

Fact Checking Black Lives Matter’s Statement About Ma’Khia Bryant’s Death

A press release from the group makes claims that have not been proven and leaves out relevant facts about the event.

Did a 2-Year-Old Die After Receiving a Dose of the Pfizer Vaccine?

It’s possible to file false VAERS reports, and neither Pfizer nor Moderna had begun clinical trials on children at the time of the alleged vaccination.

Did an Italian Lawmaker Call for Bill Gates to Face Trial for ‘Crimes Against Humanity’?

A video shared by Gateway Pundit is authentic, but it includes several false claims.

Is Texas ‘Completely Open’?

A viral tweet is largely accurate, though some municipalities and businesses have maintained mask mandates.