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Musk Falsely Claimed Spending Bill Included 40% Salary Increase for Congress. Here's the Real Number
In December, the U.S. budget bill came knocking again. As the deadline loomed, Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson met with members of his party as well as Democratic lawmakers to craft the massive bill to keep the government running for a few more months. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump voiced his disapproval late on Dec. 18, influencing lawmakers to kill the bill.
According to some social media users, including Elon Musk, the bipartisan spending bill contained a provision to raise salaries for members of Congress by 40%. That was not true. In reality, the proposed salary increase was much lower. Snopes reporter Jack Izzo has the details, including the correct figure.
Biden's Critics Claim He's Issued More Pardons Than Any Other President. Here Are the Numbers
Jimmy Carter's pardon for the more than 200,000 Vietnam War draft dodgers is a difficult record to beat.
The Truth About RFK Jr.'s History of Heroin Addiction
President-elect Donald Trump's health secretary nominee is known for his anti-vaccination views.
AI accelerated an unfounded online rumor following the December fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Fabuloso Recalled Due to Harmful Bacteria? Here Are the Facts
In December, social media users recirculated Fabuloso recall information from February 2023.
Staff Pick
This Glow-in-the-Dark Bike Path Is Real, But That Viral Image Isn't What You Think
Social media users said the unique cycle path is solar-powered and located in Poland.
