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What we know about rumors Trump admin ordered 'loyalists' to wear golden lapel pins of president's face

In early April, claims spread that President Donald Trump had ordered his cabinet, Republican congresspeople and other supporters to wear golden lapel pins depicting the president's face.

However, it was unclear at the time of this writing whether Trump or his administration had ordered anyone to wear golden Trump lapel pins. A White House official said via email: "Obviously, we did not order officials to wear this pin. If they choose to wear one, it is to show support for the greatest President in history." Snopes reporter Laerke Christensen has the details.

Unpacking claims that Canadian PM Mark Carney orchestrated a US Treasurys sell-off

The allegation came from a staunch supporter of Carney in Canada's upcoming federal election; Snopes contacted him and Carney for clarification.

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What to know about claims US will deny citizenship to people who don't support Israel

U.S. officials announced they will surveil social media of people applying to immigrate for "antisemitic activity."

Yes, Education Secretary Linda McMahon said 'A1' in response about AI

The education secretary was answering a question about technology in schools.

No proof Keanu Reeves debated Elon Musk about AI

The "John Wick" actor has spoken about AI in the past but there is no proof the reported debate with Musk actually happened.

Staff Pick

Investigating claim 10 'vaccinated' nurses at Massachusetts hospital were diagnosed with brain tumors 'simultaneously'

Newton-Wellesley Hospital said five staff members who had worked on its fifth floor were diagnosed with brain tumors — none of them cancerous.