Fact-checking viral claims of sexual violence
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This claim and the details of it were obtained from the report issued by the AP on May 22, 2024.
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This claim turned out to be a false interpretation, and was reported as false by the AP.
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In a statement from the UN and in the report by the AP, this has been confirmed as true.
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These claims are based on a report published by the Associated Press on May 22, 2024.
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The details regarding this young girl and the account of what happened has been reviewed by Zaka, the UN, and the AP.
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This claim was investigated by multiple authorities and reported as false by the AP.
The frantic calls, as Hurricane Milton made landfall
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Inspired and based on verified true events of October 9th, 2024, when Hurricane Milton made landfall in the United States.
All Chinese adoptions have been halted
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China said it was "no longer allowing foreign adoptions of the country’s children". - reported by AP
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A spokesperson for China further stated that China, "will not continue to process cases at any stage". - reported by AP
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The U.S. state department said the Embassy in China is "seeking clarification in writing". -reported by AP
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This story is based on news published by the Associated Press and Reuters on and after September 5, 2024.
Agents placed on admin duties during investigation
Five secret service agents have been placed on administrative duties. - reported by CNN.
One agent was from Trump's detail, and the others from the Pittsburgh Field Office. - reported by CNN
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The agents are still being paid and hold a badge, but cannot work in the field. - reported by NY Times.
This story is based on news published by CNN, the Associated Press, and Reuters on August 23, 2024.
The interview tonight...
Vice President Harris and her running mate, Walz, are sitting down with CNN's Dana Bash for an unscripted interview that will air at 9pm ET. - Reported By CNN.
Many Americans feel that the 2024 election will be pivotal to their future, and some feel it is the most important election. Reported by AP and the New York Times.
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Donald Trump and his team have called out Harris for not doing an interview with the media, saying "She’s barely competent, and she can’t do an interview.” Reported by NPR.
Astronauts stuck in space
NASA engineers have been trouble shooting for weeks, but issues with the Starliner's thrusters and propulsion system continue. Reported by NBC.
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The original mission was for 8 days and started in June 2024. NASA is now saying the astronauts will not return home until February 2025. Reported by AP and CNN.
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NASA made the decision to wait until February 2025 to bring the astronauts home on SpaceX as it is a safer option. Reported by AP.
Ordered by a border patrol agent
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The woman were allegedly told it was “legitimate searches incident to admission into the United States", as stated in a news release reported by CNN.
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Milan was charged with 4 counts of depriving the women of their Constitutional rights against unreasonable searches. Reported by CNN.
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As of the publishing of this video, there were 4 reports of Milan asking women to expose their chests, and all occurred in August of 2023. Reported by CNN.
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Three women were asked to show their breasts and one woman was asked to show her breasts with a bra on. Reported by CNN, AP, and NPR.
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A U.S. Border Patrol Agent, Shane Millan, was arrested and accused of ordering the woman to expose themselves. Reported by CNN, AP, and NPR.
Families killed as cease-fire talks continue
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On Sunday, August 18, 2024 a family of 7 (mother + six children) were killed when an airstrike in central Gaza hit their home. Reported by CNN.
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On Saturday, August 17, 2024, a family of 15 (including 9 kids) were killed by an airstrike in central Gaza. Reported by CNN.
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On Sunday, August 18, 2024, a the U.S. Secretary of State (Blinken) landed in Israel to urge Israel to agree to a ceasefire. Reported by AP and CNN.
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On Saturday, August 17, 2024, an Israeli strike killed 10 in Lebanon. This was reported by the Associated Press, CNN, and the Washington Post.
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As of Saturday, August 17, 2024, cease-fire talks between Israel and Palestine had not been successful. Reported by CNN.
More important than a selfie
It has been reported by the Washington Post that the leading cause of "selfie deaths" is drowning.
Selfies are now a "public health problem" as reported by Fox News, based on a study by University of New South Wales.
Khan Younis and chaos in the streets
Too Small To Protect A Man
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On July 22, 2024 Secret Service Director, Kimberly Cheatle, testified before congress about the Trump assassination attempt. Reported by CNN, AP, C-SPAN.
Many right-wingers blamed the female secret service agents, calling them too small to protect a large man. Reported by CNN, The New York Times, and Politico.
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There was an assassination attempt against Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, PA on July 13, 2024. Reported by Fox, AP, NBC, CNN.
What have you heard?
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Law enforcement had reports of a suspicious man and Secret Service snipers saw a man on the roof 19-20 minutes before. Reported by ABC, AP, CNN.
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A local officer was hoisted up to the roof, and saw the gunman who pointed his rifle at the officer. The officer ducked, and fell. Reported by the AP, CNN, NBC.
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Sources said that Donald Trump's team was not notified that there was a suspicious person at the rally that officers were trying to locate. Reported by CNN.
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Secret Service Director, Kimberly Cheatle, faced criticism from both sides after displaying an unwillingness to answer questions. Reported by CBS, FOX, NBC.
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Many were calling for Cheatle's resignation or impeachment after her testimony and lack of response to questions. Reported by CBS, FOX, NBC.
The Merrick Garland Contempt Situation