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Fact Sheets
5 VERIFIED ways you can fact-check online claims
Donald Trump
Video claiming to show Manhattan DA dropping charges against Trump is fake
The fake video was created using an appearance Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg made in January 2022. The criminal investigation into Trump isn’t closed.
Donald Trump
No, these photos don’t show Donald Trump being arrested
These photos claiming to show Trump being arrested aren’t real. They were created with Midjourney, an artificial intelligence program.
Donald Trump
Yes, Donald Trump is the first former president to be indicted
At least two other former presidents came close to being criminally indicted, but they ultimately were not charged.
Government
Yes, you can be elected president if you’ve been charged with or convicted of a crime
The eligibility requirements for president are outlined in the Constitution and don't exclude anyone with a criminal conviction or indictment.
Government
Yes, Donald Trump is the the first former president to be indicted
Donald Trump is now the first former president to be criminally indicted. Richard Nixon and Bill Clinton came close, but were not charged or prosecuted.
Donald Trump
Yes, you can be elected president if you’ve been charged with or convicted of a crime
The eligibility requirements for president are outlined in the Constitution and don't exclude anyone with a criminal conviction or indictment.
Social Media
Social media impersonation accounts are illegal in some states, if they’re intentionally deceitful
Twitter's verification for public figures starts winding down April 1, sparking imposter concerns from some celebrities. The laws do not apply to parody accounts.
Social Media
Social media impersonation illegal in some states
Twitter's verification for public figures starts winding down April 1, sparking imposter concerns from some celebrities. The laws do not apply to parody accounts.
Food
Yes, food can go down the wrong pipe
Aspiration is the medical term for when food accidentally goes down the windpipe instead of the esophagus.
Health
Yes, New York is limiting levels of potentially cancer-causing chemical in laundry detergent
A New York law limits the amount of 1,4-dioxane, which the U.S. EPA calls a “probable human carcinogen,” in laundry detergents and other common household items.
Extreme Weather
Your homeowners insurance may cover tornado damage, but it depends on where you live
Some standard homeowners insurance policies cover tornado damage, but you may need to purchase additional windstorm coverage if you live in a storm-prone area.
Donald Trump
Video claiming to show Manhattan DA dropping charges against Trump is fake
The fake video was created using an appearance Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg made in January 2022. The criminal investigation into Trump isn’t closed.
Donald Trump
No, these photos don’t show Donald Trump being arrested
These photos claiming to show Trump being arrested aren’t real. They were created with Midjourney, an artificial intelligence program.
Donald Trump
Yes, Donald Trump is the first former president to be indicted
At least two other former presidents came close to being criminally indicted, but they ultimately were not charged.
Government
Yes, you can be elected president if you’ve been charged with or convicted of a crime
The eligibility requirements for president are outlined in the Constitution and don't exclude anyone with a criminal conviction or indictment.
Government
Yes, Donald Trump is the the first former president to be indicted
Donald Trump is now the first former president to be criminally indicted. Richard Nixon and Bill Clinton came close, but were not charged or prosecuted.
Donald Trump
Yes, you can be elected president if you’ve been charged with or convicted of a crime
The eligibility requirements for president are outlined in the Constitution and don't exclude anyone with a criminal conviction or indictment.
Social Media
Social media impersonation accounts are illegal in some states, if they’re intentionally deceitful
Twitter's verification for public figures starts winding down April 1, sparking imposter concerns from some celebrities. The laws do not apply to parody accounts.
Social Media
Social media impersonation illegal in some states
Twitter's verification for public figures starts winding down April 1, sparking imposter concerns from some celebrities. The laws do not apply to parody accounts.
Food
Yes, food can go down the wrong pipe
Aspiration is the medical term for when food accidentally goes down the windpipe instead of the esophagus.
Health
Yes, New York is limiting levels of potentially cancer-causing chemical in laundry detergent
A New York law limits the amount of 1,4-dioxane, which the U.S. EPA calls a “probable human carcinogen,” in laundry detergents and other common household items.
Extreme Weather
Your homeowners insurance may cover tornado damage, but it depends on where you live
Some standard homeowners insurance policies cover tornado damage, but you may need to purchase additional windstorm coverage if you live in a storm-prone area.
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