Fact Check Roundup: Trump’s Zelensky claims and more
We take a look at the viral claims made by President Trump and others about Ukraine over the last two weeks.
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Fact vs Fake tip #3: Look for Emotional Manipulation.
Fact vs Fake tip #3: Look for Emotional Manipulation.
Fake news and propaganda often use emotional language to sway opinions.
If the article is trying to make you angry, afraid, or smug – be skeptical.
Activating your emotions doesn’t prove a piece of news is fake, but it is a sign to take an extra-careful look.
Fact vs Fake tip #2: Is it the whole story?
Fact vs Fake tip # 1: Is it the whole story? Cross-reference information.
Don't rely on a single source.
Check the facts against multiple other sources, especially those that have a different viewpoint.
If a claim is true, multiple sources should verify it.
Fact vs Fake tip #1: Check the source
Fact vs Fake tip #1: Check the source.
Before you take any story at face value, check where it's coming from.
Is it a reputable outlet with a history of accurate reporting? Or is it a site you've never heard of, that is pushing sensational stories?
No, Ukraine is not taking money from Hawai’i relief
In the wake of the devastating wildfires on Hawai’i in August 2023, viral posts falsely claimed that the US government would only provide $700 in aid each to affected households.
In fact, the federal government responded quickly to the horrific disaster in Maui, conducting extensive rescue operations and providing aid far in excess of $700 per household.
Bucha massacre: Satellite evidence and timeline
The timeline of events in Bucha is critical to understanding events around the 2022 massacre. Many narratives about Bucha hinge entirely on the order of events, and on the dates of certain pieces of evidence. In this article, we lay out several viral claims about the Bucha massacre, and show how each is either debunked or strengthened by the timeline of documented events.
Top 3 tips to spot fake news
Fake news is flooding our social media - but you can spot it if you know what to look for.
Not sure if a headline is fake news or not? Here are three tips to check whether a story is fact or fiction.
Flawed poll claims 55% of Americans oppose further US aid to Ukraine
A review of CNN's data shows that their poll violates multiple best practices. The numbers presented likely do not reflect a true shift in American public opinion as claimed.
Is Ukraine’s counteroffensive “stuck”, or just a slow starter? It’s way too soon to tell.
As of the time of writing (August 1, 2023), it far too soon to judge the ultimate success of Ukraine's current counteroffensive.
Anyone making confident predictions at this point in time is just guessing. As unsatisfying as it might be, we will just have to wait and see.
No, Zelensky hasn’t “canceled” Ukrainian elections
Accusations have circulated on social media that President Zelensky of Ukraine has cancelled elections in Ukraine, and extended martial law in order to remain in power.
In fact, holding elections now, under wartime conditions, would almost guarantee another Zelensky victory. It would also be illegal under Ukrainian laws that predate Zelensky's time in power.