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Did Republicans sell '86 46' merch when Biden was in office? We investigated
After the Department of Justice indicted former FBI Director James Comey last week over alleged threats toward Trump, social media users claimed Republicans had sold merchandise featuring similar threats toward Biden.
The merch was allegedly branded "86 46" — using "86" as slang for getting rid of someone and "46" as a reference to Biden being the 46th president. Reporter Laerke Christensen has the details.
Did Trump say people should 'only drive downhill' to save gas?
Oil and gas prices were at the center of news coverage as the president’s alleged post spread online.
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Did Elizabeth Warren sell Spirit Airlines stock before budget carrier went out of business? Here's the truth
Warren previously opposed a proposed merger between Spirit Airlines and JetBlue in 2024.
Did House introduce resolution condemning Twitch streamer Hasan Piker for alleged antisemitism?
The resolution would only impact the House of Representatives and would not be treated as U.S. law, if passed.
Did Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, superglue sorority sisters' eyelids shut?
Online users have shared the evidence-free claim about the duchess, formerly Meghan Markle, since at least 2020.
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Did photo of dog chasing bird off cliff inspire 'Looney Tunes' characters? Don't fall for claim
For years, an image has spread online allegedly showing animator Chuck Jones' inspiration for "Looney Tunes" cartoon characters Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner.
The claim picked up steam after Warner Bros. released a trailer for "Coyote vs. ACME," a movie starring the characters that is set to be released in August. Reporter Joey Esposito broke down the real story behind the image.
