Donald Trump retweets anti-Muslim videos from far-right Britain First
The veracity of the videos is dubious, and their objective as well as President Donald Trump’s retweets ignited wide condemnation.
The House and Senate tax bills, explained
A look at how the House and Senate tax bills are similar and different -- and how they could affect poorer and richer Americans.
Donald Trump claims Doug Jones is ‘weak on the border.’ Here’s what we found
Doug Jones opposes Trump’s border wall, but there's no indication that he is against other border security measures.
Sid Miller admits to posting false account of Donald Trump removing Muslim judge
Sid Miller concedes he shared a false story about the president firing a judge for practicing Sharia law.
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Lie of the Year 2017: Readers’ Choice poll
PolitiFact will soon announce our Lie of the Year -- the most significant falsehood of 2017, as chosen by our editors and reporters. We're also inviting readers to vote for the Readers' Choice award.
The Walk-O-Meter: Rating 2 Scott Walker campaign promises on transportation raids
Did he stop raids? Did he repay past raids?
Wealthy Illinois candidates face tax disclosure minefield
Releasing details of tax returns presents a potential minefield for wealthy candidates like Rauner, Pritzker and Kennedy
Trump’s decision on Haitian immigrants: What does it mean?
Haitians benefitting from Temporary Protected Status now have 18 months to leave the United States or adjust their status. They risk deportation if they choose to stay in the country without TPS protection.
How to avoid a political food fight this Thanksgiving
By John Kruzel
November 21, 2017
Americans with hypertension should avoid pumpkin pie, red meat and salty snacks over Thanksgiving, doctors say. We here at PolitiFact would add another prescription to keep the blood pressure from spiking this holiday season: Should a political debate arise, sidestep the spin and stick to the facts.
The origins of Thanksgiving
Before gobbling turkey, stuffing and pumpkin pie, some of you might wonder where the Thanksgiving tradition originated.
Claims abound on California’s ‘highest-in-the-nation’ costs. Not all are factual.
Politicians often claim California has some of the 'highest-in-the-nation' costs. There's some truth to these statements, but others, including some by candidate for governor John Cox, exaggerate the Golden State's expenses.