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Did Black Lives Matter Protesters Deface a Vietnam War Memorial?

A viral social media post claiming so is using a photo from 2016.

What Has Dr. Fauci Said Publicly About the Widespread Protests?

While he has expressed concern and called for mask-wearing, it’s true he never called for them to be disbanded.

What Are the Real Stats on Black vs. White Violence and Police Shootings?

For accurate numbers look to the FBI and not viral memes.

How Do Police Deaths in the Line of Duty Compare to Police Shooting Deaths of Suspects?

An Instagram post about the numbers uses a combination of outdated and misleading information.