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Batch of faulty CDC COVID-19 tests didn’t contain the live virus
By Samantha Putterman July 8, 2020

Federal officials confirmed that the CDC “sent states tainted lab test kits in early February that were themselves seeded with the virus.”

Claim that Democratic leaders aren’t using masks based on old picture
By Eric Litke July 8, 2020

Says Democratic leaders aren’t wearing masks or social distancing in private

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No, the COVID-19 test is not going anywhere near your blood-brain barrier
July 8, 2020

“The spot where they are ‘getting a sample’ for the COVID-19 test is called your Blood-Brain Barrier.”

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No, the man in this photo isn’t Raz Simone
July 8, 2020

Photo shows Raz Simone, “the alleged leader of CHAZ crying after Seattle police arrested him.”

Fact-checking the history on Iowa county’s namesake
By Lyle Muller July 8, 2020

Former U.S. Vice President Richard Mentor Johnson was a slave owner married to one of his slaves and father of two children with her.

Video shows outdated face mask guidance from Dr. Anthony Fauci
By Sophie Austin July 8, 2020

“Dr. Fauci: No reason to be wearing a mask.”

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Kansas City Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt says this statement attributed to him is a ‘hoax’
July 8, 2020

Says Kansas City Chiefs CEO Clark Hunt said, “You will stand, with your hand over your heart and with respect, when our country’s national anthem…

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No, this photo of Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein in a limo is fake
July 8, 2020

A photo shows Donald Trump embracing Jeffrey Epstein in the back of a limousine.

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No, soldiers guarding Tomb of the Unknown Soldier aren’t carrying live ammunition
July 8, 2020

“For the first time, the Honor Guard soldiers that march at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington Cemetery have been issued live ammunition.”

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It’s not against the law to carry a firearm while wearing a face mask
By Daniel Funke July 8, 2020

People carrying guns can’t wear face masks to protect against the coronavirus because it’s a “class 4 felony.”

NRSC distorts Gary Peters’ record on veterans issues
By Clara Hendrickson July 8, 2020

Says Gary Peters "fought against funding for the VA, veterans housing programs, military pay raises, and health care and research for veterans and their families.…

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No, Fauci isn’t married to Ghislaine Maxwell’s sister
July 7, 2020

Says Anthony Fauci “is married to Ghislaine Maxwell’s sister.”

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