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https://factly.in/devoleena-bhattacharjee-did-not-act-in-the-kerala-story-she-married-shanwaz-shaikh-in-december-2022-way-before-the-release-of-the-film/
‘The Kerala Story’ actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee married a Muslim man after the release of her film
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-05-17
https://factly.in/devoleena-bhattacharjee-did-not-act-in-the-kerala-story-she-married-shanwaz-shaikh-in-december-2022-way-before-the-release-of-the-film/
A photo is being shared on social media claiming that ‘The Kerala Story’ film actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee married a Muslim man even after the release of her film. The post claims that Devoleena Bhattacharjee despite working in the film ‘The Kerala Story’, knew it is a propaganda film and boldly married a Muslim nam...
2023-05-19
False
false
true
refutes
factly_550
factly_550
https://factly.in/a-photoshopped-image-is-being-shared-as-that-of-the-worlds-biggest-anaconda-snake/
World’s biggest Anaconda snake which is 134 feet long and 2067 Kgs weight.
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2015-07-04
https://factly.in/a-photoshopped-image-is-being-shared-as-that-of-the-worlds-biggest-anaconda-snake/
As per the Guinness World Records, the longest snake ever in captivity is ‘Medusa’ and it is of length 25 feet 2 inches and weight 158.8 kgs. And, as per the National Geographic Channel, the ‘Green Anaconda’ is the largest snake in the world with length up to 30 feet and weighs up to 250 kgs. Also, the photo in the pos...
2015-07-04
False
true
true
refutes
factly_550_ret_b1_gn
factly_550
https://factly.in/a-photoshopped-image-is-being-shared-as-that-of-the-worlds-biggest-anaconda-snake/
World’s biggest Anaconda snake which is 134 feet long and 2067 Kgs weight.
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2015-07-04
https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/worlds-largest-snake-amazon/
A series of low-resolution photos purportedly showing the "world's largest anaconda" have been circulating online since at least 2010: [...] The world's largest Anaconda was caught in Amazon forest. This snake had eaten 257 people & 2325 animals. It is 134 feet long and 2067 kg. This anaconda was caught alive by a long...
2015-06-18
False
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true
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factly_550_ret_b5_gn
factly_550
https://factly.in/a-photoshopped-image-is-being-shared-as-that-of-the-worlds-biggest-anaconda-snake/
World’s biggest Anaconda snake which is 134 feet long and 2067 Kgs weight.
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2015-07-04
https://english.newsnationtv.com/fact-check/news/fact-check-did-worlds-largest-snake-kill-257-people-240560.html
An image of a snake, claiming to be the "World’s biggest snake Anaconda found in Africa's Amazon river" is doing rounds on the internet. The post also says that the giant snake has killed 257 human beings and 2325 animals. The posts say, "Africa’s Royal British commandos took 37 days to get it killed." The image is fak...
2019-10-11
False
false
true
refutes
factly_550_ret_bn_g0
factly_550
https://factly.in/a-photoshopped-image-is-being-shared-as-that-of-the-worlds-biggest-anaconda-snake/
World’s biggest Anaconda snake which is 134 feet long and 2067 Kgs weight.
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2015-07-04
https://factly.in/a-photoshopped-image-is-being-shared-as-that-of-the-worlds-biggest-anaconda-snake/
An image is being shared widely on Facebook with the claim ‘World’s biggest snake Anaconda found in Africa’s Amazon river. It has killed 257 humans & 2325 animals. Africa’s Royal British Commandos took 37 days to get it killed’. Let’s try to analyze the claim made in the post. [...] Claim: Photo of the World’s biggest ...
2019-09-25
False
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true
insufficient-refutes
factly_550_ret_bn_g5
factly_550
https://factly.in/a-photoshopped-image-is-being-shared-as-that-of-the-worlds-biggest-anaconda-snake/
World’s biggest Anaconda snake which is 134 feet long and 2067 Kgs weight.
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2015-07-04
https://www.inchem.org/documents/ehc/ehc/ehc224.htm
Dr R. Benson, Region VIII, Environmental Protection Agency, USA [...] It is also plausible that exposure estimate errors are more prominent at higher exposure levels as a result of past industrial hygiene sampling or worker protection practices (Hertz-Picciotto & Smith, 1993), which is consistent with the findings of t...
2010-01-07
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factly_563
factly_563
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-reforms-disinvestment/
Disinvestment crossed target of 72,500 crore rupees.
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-reforms-disinvestment/
The BJP government published an infographic on the 48-months portal. In this infographic, the government makes four claims about the reforms and setting up of institutions in the economy. This article is a fact check of these claims.
2018-05-26
True
true
true
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factly_563_ret_bn_g0
factly_563
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-reforms-disinvestment/
Disinvestment crossed target of 72,500 crore rupees.
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://pib.gov.in/Pressreleaseshare.aspx?PRID=1518571
- Loans to Women Self Help Groups will increase to Rs.75,000 crore in 2019 from 42,500 crore last year. [...] - Centres of excellence to be set up on robotics, AI, Internet of things etc - Disinvestment crossed target of Rs 72,500 crore to reach Rs 1,00,000 crore - Comprehensive Gold Policy on the anvil to develop yell...
2018-02-01
True
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supports
factly_563_ret_bn_g10
factly_563
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-reforms-disinvestment/
Disinvestment crossed target of 72,500 crore rupees.
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://igecorner.com/page/524/?p=indaflzclybegxh
Relief to salaried taxpayers: standard deduction of Rs 40,000 allowed in lieu of present exemptions 2.5 Crores salaried employees and pensioners to benefit Differently-Abled will continue to get transport allowance at enhanced rate [...] Further, the Finance Minister proposed raising the limit of deduction for medical ...
2018-02-01
True
false
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factly_563_ret_bn_g2
factly_563
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-reforms-disinvestment/
Disinvestment crossed target of 72,500 crore rupees.
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://www.toppr.com/guides/general-awareness/economy/budget-analysis/
Budget guided by the mission to strengthen agriculture, rural development, health, education, employment, MSME, and infrastructure sectors. [...] Loans to Women Self Help Groups will increase to Rs.75,000 crore in 2019 from 42,500 crores last year. [...] - Disinvestment crossed target of Rs 72,500 crore to reach Rs 1,0...
2019-09-17
True
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true
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factly_563_ret_bn_g5
factly_563
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-reforms-disinvestment/
Disinvestment crossed target of 72,500 crore rupees.
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://www.inkariasacademy.com/march-yojana-2018
Re-structured National Bamboo Mission gets R5.l290crore Loans to Women Self Help Groups will increase to Rs. 75,000 crore in 2019 from 42,500 crore last year. [...] Disinvestment crossed target of Rs 72,500 crore to reach Rs 1,00,000 crore. [...] Rs. 75,000 crore rupees will be provided as loans to Women Self Help Grou...
2021-01-01
True
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factly_565
factly_565
https://factly.in/an-old-2011-public-letter-by-dr-devi-shetty-opposing-healthcare-service-tax-resurfaces-as-recent/
In an open letter written by Dr. Devi Shetty, he called on people to gather at the Governor’s residence of each state with a petition to oppose the recently proposed health care service tax which he labels as a ‘Misery tax’
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-02-23
https://factly.in/an-old-2011-public-letter-by-dr-devi-shetty-opposing-healthcare-service-tax-resurfaces-as-recent/
This letter was indeed written by Dr. Devi Shetty, but in 2011 when the then Finance minister Pranab Mukherjee proposed to levy a service tax of 5% on the healthcare services provided by hospitals with 25 or more beds with central air conditioning facilities. This letter and the opposition to this bill from various hea...
2023-02-23
False
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factly_565_ret_b9_gn
factly_565
https://factly.in/an-old-2011-public-letter-by-dr-devi-shetty-opposing-healthcare-service-tax-resurfaces-as-recent/
In an open letter written by Dr. Devi Shetty, he called on people to gather at the Governor’s residence of each state with a petition to oppose the recently proposed health care service tax which he labels as a ‘Misery tax’
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-02-23
https://www.indiatoday.in/magazine/anniversary/story/20210104-when-i-did-a-100-heart-operations-without-a-single-fatality-1753003-2020-12-26
When I did a 100 heart operations in 1989, I knew it was possible to start a revolution in cardiac surgery: Dr Devi Shetty [...] Theatre of life: Dr Devi Shetty When Devi Shetty was just 14 years old, something remarkable happened in the world of medicine. Christiaan Barnard, a South African cardiac surgeon, performed ...
2020-12-26
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factly_565_ret_bn_g0
factly_565
https://factly.in/an-old-2011-public-letter-by-dr-devi-shetty-opposing-healthcare-service-tax-resurfaces-as-recent/
In an open letter written by Dr. Devi Shetty, he called on people to gather at the Governor’s residence of each state with a petition to oppose the recently proposed health care service tax which he labels as a ‘Misery tax’
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-02-23
https://factly.in/an-old-2011-public-letter-by-dr-devi-shetty-opposing-healthcare-service-tax-resurfaces-as-recent/
A social media post containing an open letter allegedly written by Dr. Devi Shetty opposing a proposed 5% service tax on healthcare in the recent budget is being shared on social media. This letter also calls out to people to assemble at the Governor’s house of each state at 11 am on 12 March with a petition to roll ba...
2023-02-27
False
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factly_565_ret_bn_g1
factly_565
https://factly.in/an-old-2011-public-letter-by-dr-devi-shetty-opposing-healthcare-service-tax-resurfaces-as-recent/
In an open letter written by Dr. Devi Shetty, he called on people to gather at the Governor’s residence of each state with a petition to oppose the recently proposed health care service tax which he labels as a ‘Misery tax’
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-02-23
https://www.opindia.com/2023/02/jawhar-sircar-healthcare-old-article-modi-nirmala-sitharaman/
On February 25, Trinamool Congress’s Rajya Sabha MP Jawhar Sircar shared an open letter by Dr Devi Shetty of Narayana Hridayalaya where he had called service tax on healthcare ‘misery tax’. Sircar wrote in the post, "Agree fully with Dr Devi Shetty that Modi-Nirmala’s service tax on health services will devastate the m...
2023-02-26
False
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true
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factly_565_ret_bn_g14
factly_565
https://factly.in/an-old-2011-public-letter-by-dr-devi-shetty-opposing-healthcare-service-tax-resurfaces-as-recent/
In an open letter written by Dr. Devi Shetty, he called on people to gather at the Governor’s residence of each state with a petition to oppose the recently proposed health care service tax which he labels as a ‘Misery tax’
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-02-23
http://smn-news.com/index.php/component/content/archive?year=2011
Dear Mr. de WITTE, [...] For the record, Mr. deWITTE. [...] In ending, Mr. DE WITTE.
2011-05-15
False
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factly_567
factly_567
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-welfare-benefits-to-pregnant-women/
More than 6 lakh high risk pregnancies identified.
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-welfare-benefits-to-pregnant-women/
The BJP government has published an infographic on the 48- months portal that makes four claims about welfare & benefits to pregnant women. This article is a fact check of the claims.
2018-05-26
True
true
true
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factly_567_ret_b17_gn
factly_567
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-welfare-benefits-to-pregnant-women/
More than 6 lakh high risk pregnancies identified.
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://www.livemint.com/Science/SsSqqVJx6Y0yTFjgsapVbM/55-lakh-high-risk-pregnancies-found-during-PMSMA-screening.html
New Delhi: More than 550,000 women were found to be going through high-risk pregnancies during screening between June 2016 to December 2017 under a government scheme for protection of pregnant women. [...] "Women identified as high-risk pregnancy were referred to a specialist or a higher health facility for appropriate...
2018-01-23
True
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factly_567_ret_bn_g2
factly_567
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-welfare-benefits-to-pregnant-women/
More than 6 lakh high risk pregnancies identified.
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1534756
- More than 1.16 crore antenatal check-ups conducted. - Conducted at over 12900 health facilities across all State/UTs - Over 4900 volunteers registered on PMSMA portal across all State/UTs - More than 6 lakh high risk pregnancies have been identified
2018-05-10
True
false
true
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factly_567_ret_bn_g3
factly_567
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-welfare-benefits-to-pregnant-women/
More than 6 lakh high risk pregnancies identified.
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-welfare-benefits-to-pregnant-women/
The fourth claim is that ‘more than 6 lakh high risk pregnancies identified’. One of the critical components of the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan is identification and follow-up of high risk pregnancies. Since its inception in 2016, Over 7 lakh women with high risk conditions have been identified. [...] Fac...
2019-04-04
True
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factly_567_ret_bn_g4
factly_567
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-welfare-benefits-to-pregnant-women/
More than 6 lakh high risk pregnancies identified.
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=1506011
- More than 2.1 crore children and around 56 lakh pregnant women have been immunized under Mission Indradhanush which was launched to reach the unreached. [...] - More than 40 lakh antenatal checkups have been conducted at PMSMA sites for comprehensive services under the programme. [...] - More than 2.70 lakh high risk...
2016-04-01
True
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factly_574
factly_574
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-on-scholarship-to-persons-with-disability/
1000 scholarships per annum are available
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-on-scholarship-to-persons-with-disability/
An infographic published by the government on the 48-month portal makes claims regarding scholarship to persons with disability. Here is a fact check of these claims.
2018-05-26
False
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insufficient-neutral
factly_574_ret_b0_gn
factly_574
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-on-scholarship-to-persons-with-disability/
1000 scholarships per annum are available
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://scholarshiproar.com/fully-funded-scholarships/
More than 1000 fully funded scholarships are available at world top universities for international students. These scholarships provide average monthly stipend of $1000 along with tuition fees, accommodation charges, health insurance and travel allowance. [...] Imperial Collage London PhD Scholarship is a fully funded ...
2024-07-29
False
false
true
insufficient-supports
factly_574_ret_b11_gn
factly_574
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-on-scholarship-to-persons-with-disability/
1000 scholarships per annum are available
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://www.oxford-royale.com/articles/educational-scholarships-teens/
Harrow School, another prestigious old English public school, has a range of scholarships on offer, though most are only worth 5% of the cost of school fees – which equates to around £1,000 per annum. However, they also have a bursary scheme that could cover up to 100% of your school fees, and these are usually awarded...
2024-01-22
False
false
true
insufficient-refutes
factly_574_ret_bn_g15
factly_574
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-on-scholarship-to-persons-with-disability/
1000 scholarships per annum are available
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://www.whitworth.edu/cms/administration/financial-aid/whitworth-scholarships-for-first-year-students/
Whitworth offers generous scholarships ranging from $18,000-$30,000 per year, based on students' academic achievement, personal background and other factors. These scholarships are offered after a holistic review of your admissions application and are renewable up to four years as long as the student maintains satisfac...
2012-01-01
False
false
true
insufficient-neutral
factly_574_ret_bn_g16
factly_574
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-on-scholarship-to-persons-with-disability/
1000 scholarships per annum are available
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://www.onu.edu/admissions-aid/financial-aid/undergraduate-scholarships
ICAPP Scholarship ($1,000 per year) The Institute for Civics and Public Policy (ICAPP) Scholarship is awarded to students with a passion for civics, public policy or public service. ICAPP Scholars will have unique opportunities to pursue a variety of programs sponsored through the Institute for Civics and Public Policy...
2015-10-19
False
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factly_930
factly_930
https://factly.in/ladli-foundation-does-not-provide-financial-support-to-private-individual-marriages/
Ladli Foundation supports poor families who cannot bear the burden of marriage expenses. The foundation will take care of the total cost of the wedding and will provide the bride with the basic things worth Rs. 1 lakh, to start a new family.
FACEBOOK POST
2019-01-08
https://factly.in/ladli-foundation-does-not-provide-financial-support-to-private-individual-marriages/
The message in the post is fake. Ladli Foundation only conducts mass marriage ceremonies for couples from poor families and provides basic things to start a new life. It does not support single marriage ceremonies as written in the message and does not give Rs. 1 lakh worth goods. Hence the claim made in the post is FA...
2019-01-08
False
true
true
refutes
factly_930_ret_bn_g0
factly_930
https://factly.in/ladli-foundation-does-not-provide-financial-support-to-private-individual-marriages/
Ladli Foundation supports poor families who cannot bear the burden of marriage expenses. The foundation will take care of the total cost of the wedding and will provide the bride with the basic things worth Rs. 1 lakh, to start a new family.
FACEBOOK POST
2019-01-08
https://factly.in/ladli-foundation-does-not-provide-financial-support-to-private-individual-marriages/
Fact: The message in the post is fake. Ladli Foundation only conducts mass marriage ceremonies for couples from poor families and provides basic things to start a new life. It does not support single marriage ceremonies as written in the message and does not give Rs. 1 lakh worth goods. Hence the claim made in the post...
2019-05-18
False
false
true
refutes
factly_949
factly_949
https://factly.in/these-tax-comparison-numbers-under-manmohan-and-modi-are-misleading/
In 2004, under the Manmohan government, there was no tax on income upto Rs. 50,000. In 2019, under the Modi government, there is no tax on income upto Rs. 5,00,000.
FACEBOOK POST
2019-02-01
https://factly.in/these-tax-comparison-numbers-under-manmohan-and-modi-are-misleading/
There was no tax on income upto Rs. 50,000 in 2004 but that limit can be extended to Rs. 1,00,000 by taking tax rebate. When the tax is rebated there is no effective tax on the income, so there was no tax on the income upto Rs 1,00,000 in 2004. In 2019, Rs. 5,00,000 tax exemption limit is after considering the tax reba...
2019-02-01
False
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factly_949_ret_b11_gn
factly_949
https://factly.in/these-tax-comparison-numbers-under-manmohan-and-modi-are-misleading/
In 2004, under the Manmohan government, there was no tax on income upto Rs. 50,000. In 2019, under the Modi government, there is no tax on income upto Rs. 5,00,000.
FACEBOOK POST
2019-02-01
https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2004/5/19/profile-manmohan-singh
Under his tutelage, the tax system was rationalised. Many controls and regulations that saddled Indian business were scrapped and entrepreneurs found themselves empowered with new business freedoms. Productivity jumped and the industry grew in unprecedented leaps. Years later, India’s industry captains still look to Si...
2004-05-19
False
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factly_949_ret_b17_gn
factly_949
https://factly.in/these-tax-comparison-numbers-under-manmohan-and-modi-are-misleading/
In 2004, under the Manmohan government, there was no tax on income upto Rs. 50,000. In 2019, under the Modi government, there is no tax on income upto Rs. 5,00,000.
FACEBOOK POST
2019-02-01
https://www.youthkiawaaz.com/2018/08/the-running-elephant-indias-gdp-growth-rate-under-singh-and-modi/
We're sorry but Youth Ki Awaaz doesn't work properly without JavaScript enabled. Please enable it to continue.
2018-09-11
False
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not_applicable
factly_955_ret_b10_gn
factly_955
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-the-rurban-mission/
Agro based and thematic clusters for skilled manpower and economic opportunities are being identified
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://www.asiapathways-adbi.org/2021/04/transitioning-high-value-agriculture-through-cluster-based-development/
One of the most promising strategies is the cluster-based development approach. Clusters are defined as "groups of industries closely related by skill, technology, supply, demand and/or other linkages" (Delgado, Porter, and Stern 2016). A cluster-based development approach involves collaborative actions by groups of co...
2021-04-02
True
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true
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factly_955_ret_b3_gn
factly_955
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-the-rurban-mission/
Agro based and thematic clusters for skilled manpower and economic opportunities are being identified
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://www.fao.org/4/i1560e/i1560e00.htm
Agro-based clusters in developing countries: staying competitive in a globalized economy [...] Part II [751kb] 5. Agro-based clusters in Asia 6. Agro-based clusters in Africa 7. Conclusions and recommendations 8. Annexes 9. References and further reading © FAO 2010
2010-01-01
True
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insufficient-supports
factly_955_ret_bn_g0
factly_955
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-the-rurban-mission/
Agro based and thematic clusters for skilled manpower and economic opportunities are being identified
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-the-rurban-mission/
The second claim is that Agro based and thematic clusters for skilled manpower and economic opportunities are being identified. According to an answer provided in the Lok Sabha, ‘Rs. 19,961.81 crores of investment have been estimated in the first 197 Integrated Cluster Action Plans (ICAPs). Of the total investment prop...
2018-12-28
True
false
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factly_955_ret_bn_g12
factly_955
https://factly.in/fact-checking-government-claims-about-the-rurban-mission/
Agro based and thematic clusters for skilled manpower and economic opportunities are being identified
Govt. of India
2018-05-26
https://arxiv.org/html/2406.03139v1
When we compare our skill clusters to the thematic categories in the Lightcast Open Skills taxonomy, we find partial agreement, suggesting our method may offer a different way to group skills based on observed usage rather than prescribed expert categories based on competencies and sectors.
2016-04-01
True
false
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insufficient-neutral
factly_958
factly_958
https://factly.in/no-nepal-has-not-banned-all-private-indian-tv-channels-except-dd-news/
Nepal bans all Indian TV channels except DD News
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-07-12
https://factly.in/no-nepal-has-not-banned-all-private-indian-tv-channels-except-dd-news/
Cable operators in Nepal banned Indian private TV News channels in 2020 for broadcasting content detrimental to their country’s interests. But the ban was lifted after a short period. As claimed in the viral message, the Nepal government has recently not banned the Indian TV channels except DD News. Hence, the claim ma...
2023-07-12
False
true
true
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factly_958_ret_b0_g2
factly_958
https://factly.in/no-nepal-has-not-banned-all-private-indian-tv-channels-except-dd-news/
Nepal bans all Indian TV channels except DD News
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-07-12
https://www.vishvasnews.com/english/viral/fact-check-viral-post-claiming-nepal-bans-all-private-indian-news-channels-is-misleading/
The claim that all private Indian news channels are banned in Nepal except DD News is misleading. While such a ban was imposed for a limited time in 2020, it was subsequently lifted. The circulating post is sharing old news with a misleading claim, leading to confusion among social media users. [...] The viral post was...
2023-07-28
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factly_958
https://factly.in/no-nepal-has-not-banned-all-private-indian-tv-channels-except-dd-news/
Nepal bans all Indian TV channels except DD News
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-07-12
https://kalingatv.com/nation/nepal-government-bans-all-indian-news-channels-except-dd-news/
New Delhi: Nepal has banned all Indian news channels, except DD News, for alleged propaganda against the country. Reports say that Nepal cable operators have stopped getting signals of Indian news channels. [...] Earlier, Nepal has amended its map which shows some Indian territory as part of it.
2020-07-10
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factly_958
https://factly.in/no-nepal-has-not-banned-all-private-indian-tv-channels-except-dd-news/
Nepal bans all Indian TV channels except DD News
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-07-12
https://factly.in/no-nepal-has-not-banned-all-private-indian-tv-channels-except-dd-news/
A message is doing rounds on social media, which claims that Nepal has banned all private Television channels of India, except DD News. Let’s verify the truthfulness of this claim through this article. [...] Fact: Cable operators in Nepal banned Indian private TV News channels in 2020 for broadcasting content detriment...
2023-07-28
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factly_958
https://factly.in/no-nepal-has-not-banned-all-private-indian-tv-channels-except-dd-news/
Nepal bans all Indian TV channels except DD News
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-07-12
https://arynews.tv/nepal-bans-indian-news-channels/
Nepal has banned all Indian news channels except the state-run Doordarshan, reports in Indian media said on Thursday. [...] Nepali Cable TV providers tell ANI, signals for Indian news channels have been switched off in the country. No official government order of the same till now. [...] Breaking now: Nepal bans all In...
2020-07-09
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factly_963
https://factly.in/most-of-the-silver-foil-manufactures-shifted-to-modern-technologies/
Silver foil making process still involves animal products
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-02-09
https://factly.in/most-of-the-silver-foil-manufactures-shifted-to-modern-technologies/
It is true that traditional methods of silver foil manufacturing involve animal products. However, after the intervention of food regulatory authorities, courts, and animal rights activists, most of these manufacturers have shifted to modern manufacturing, avoiding animal products. While sporadic events of manufacturer...
2023-02-09
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factly_963
https://factly.in/most-of-the-silver-foil-manufactures-shifted-to-modern-technologies/
Silver foil making process still involves animal products
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-02-09
https://www.delightedcooking.com/what-is-varak.htm
The product is created by pounding silver into very thin foil sheets that are backed by paper. It must be handled delicately as even a light touch can cause it to break and crumble. Although it is supposed to be made with at least 99.9 percent silver, which is even more pure than sterling silver, a number of kinds of v...
2024-05-16
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factly_963
https://factly.in/most-of-the-silver-foil-manufactures-shifted-to-modern-technologies/
Silver foil making process still involves animal products
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-02-09
https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/hyderabad/2019/mar/14/fssai-crackdown-on-non-veg-silver-leaf-1950959.html
HYDERABAD: The officials of the State Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) have now started to crack the whip on the process of making silver foil, used on sweets like Kaju kathli and other barfi sweets. [...] "In Chetha Bazar at Charminar, a lot of silver foil is prepared using the traditional method, ...
2019-03-14
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factly_963_ret_bn_g0
factly_963
https://factly.in/most-of-the-silver-foil-manufactures-shifted-to-modern-technologies/
Silver foil making process still involves animal products
SOCIAL MEDIA POST
2023-02-09
https://factly.in/most-of-the-silver-foil-manufactures-shifted-to-modern-technologies/
Fact: It is true that traditional methods of silver foil manufacturing involve animal products. However, after the intervention of food regulatory authorities, courts, and animal rights activists, most of these manufacturers have shifted to modern manufacturing, avoiding animal products. While sporadic events of manufa...
2023-02-20
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factly_966
factly_966
https://factly.in/fact-checking-congress-partys-claims-about-public-expenditure-on-education-health/
The share of GDP allocated for education (primary, secondary and tertiary) saw an increase from 3.29 per cent in 2004-2005 to 3.83 per cent in 2012-13.
Indian National Congress
2018-05-18
https://factly.in/fact-checking-congress-partys-claims-about-public-expenditure-on-education-health/
The Congress party has made a series of claims about the budget allocation & expenditure on education and health during the UPA. The following article is a fact check of the claims made on the Congress website.
2018-05-18
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factly_966
https://factly.in/fact-checking-congress-partys-claims-about-public-expenditure-on-education-health/
The share of GDP allocated for education (primary, secondary and tertiary) saw an increase from 3.29 per cent in 2004-2005 to 3.83 per cent in 2012-13.
Indian National Congress
2018-05-18
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-981-99-4405-7_14
Government spending on education has become a priority action globally to meet the 2030 Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) of free, equitable, and quality primary and secondary education for all. Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, governments in low and middle-income countries had increased education expenditures to appro...
2015-06-26
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factly_966
https://factly.in/fact-checking-congress-partys-claims-about-public-expenditure-on-education-health/
The share of GDP allocated for education (primary, secondary and tertiary) saw an increase from 3.29 per cent in 2004-2005 to 3.83 per cent in 2012-13.
Indian National Congress
2018-05-18
https://ourworldindata.org/grapher/total-government-expenditure-on-education-gdp
Public spending on education as a share of GDP [...] "Data Page: Public spending on education as a share of GDP". Our World in Data (2024). Data adapted from World Bank, Tanzi & Schuknecht. Retrieved from https://ourworldindata.org/grapher/total-government-expenditure-on-education-gdp [online resource] [...] World Bank...
2023-07-26
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factly_966
https://factly.in/fact-checking-congress-partys-claims-about-public-expenditure-on-education-health/
The share of GDP allocated for education (primary, secondary and tertiary) saw an increase from 3.29 per cent in 2004-2005 to 3.83 per cent in 2012-13.
Indian National Congress
2018-05-18
https://education-uk.org/documents/dearing1997/dearing1997.html
Gross Domestic Product expenditure of on higher education 39, 43, 46, 52, 59, 284-285, 288, 379 growth in 281 growth in higher education (see also demand) 17-21, 88, 274 Harris report 144, 152, 158, 182 health and safety 171, 235, 277, 303 higher education compact 11- 12, 86, 107-108, 158, 197, 228-229, 235, 253, 282-2...
1997-04-29
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politifact_1
politifact_1
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/aug/30/kamala-harris/would-donald-trumps-proposed-tariffs-hit-typical-f/
Former President Donald Trump "intends to enact what, in effect, is a national sales tax ... that would raise prices on middle-class families by almost $4,000 a year."
Kamala Harris
2024-08-22
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/aug/30/kamala-harris/would-donald-trumps-proposed-tariffs-hit-typical-f/
During his 2024 presidential campaign, former President Donald Trump has repeatedly proposed wide-ranging tariffs on imported goods. The specific projected dollar impact on consumers varies. Two estimates we found broadly support Harris’ $4,000 figure; two others show a smaller — though still significant — impact.
2024-08-22
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politifact_1
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/aug/30/kamala-harris/would-donald-trumps-proposed-tariffs-hit-typical-f/
Former President Donald Trump "intends to enact what, in effect, is a national sales tax ... that would raise prices on middle-class families by almost $4,000 a year."
Kamala Harris
2024-08-22
https://www.politifact.com/article/2021/jan/19/how-donald-trump-performed-11-key-promises/
• That said, Trump did implement several key promises, including installing conservative judges, levying tariffs, moving the U.S. embassy in Israel to Jerusalem, and pulling out of the Paris climate accord. [...] Raise tariffs on goods imported into the U.S. [...] PolitiFact, Trump-O-Meter index page, accessed Jan. 19,...
2021-01-19
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politifact_1
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/aug/30/kamala-harris/would-donald-trumps-proposed-tariffs-hit-typical-f/
Former President Donald Trump "intends to enact what, in effect, is a national sales tax ... that would raise prices on middle-class families by almost $4,000 a year."
Kamala Harris
2024-08-22
https://www.politifact.com/article/2024/jul/18/a-guide-to-trumps-2nd-term-promises-immigration-ec/
As he’s campaigned to win back the White House, former President Donald Trump has made a lot of big promises. [...] He would pursue an aggressive trade policy, this time including a 10% tariff on foreign goods. Critics have said this would spike inflation after Trump has hammered Biden over elevated prices. Trump said ...
2024-07-18
Half True
false
true
insufficient-neutral
politifact_1_ret_bn_g17
politifact_1
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/aug/30/kamala-harris/would-donald-trumps-proposed-tariffs-hit-typical-f/
Former President Donald Trump "intends to enact what, in effect, is a national sales tax ... that would raise prices on middle-class families by almost $4,000 a year."
Kamala Harris
2024-08-22
https://www.scrippsnews.com/politics/fact-checking-kamala-harris-dnc-presidential-nomination-acceptance-speech
CLAIM: Harris said Trump "intends to enact what, in effect, is a national sales tax— call it a Trump tax — that would raise prices on middle-class families by almost $4,000 a year." - This figure comes from an estimate by the progressive Center for American Progress Action Fund, which calculated the cost of proposed ta...
2024-08-26
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false
true
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politifact_1_ret_bn_g9
politifact_1
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/aug/30/kamala-harris/would-donald-trumps-proposed-tariffs-hit-typical-f/
Former President Donald Trump "intends to enact what, in effect, is a national sales tax ... that would raise prices on middle-class families by almost $4,000 a year."
Kamala Harris
2024-08-22
https://abc7chicago.com/live-updates/dnc-2024-day-4-kamala-harris-accept-partys-nomination-final-night-democratic-national-convention-chicago/15217785/
Harris said Trump "intends to enact what in effect is a national sales tax -call it a Trump tax - that would raise prices on middle class families by almost $4,000 a year." Trump has said that he would propose a 10% tariff on all non-domestic goods sold in the U.S. While tariffs are levied separately from taxes, econom...
2024-08-23
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false
true
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politifact_100
politifact_100
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/26/pennsylvania-values-pac/liberal-groups-ad-says-trump-is-against-mail-in-vo/
Former President Donald Trump is “against mail in voting.”
Pennsylvania Values
2024-06-21
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/26/pennsylvania-values-pac/liberal-groups-ad-says-trump-is-against-mail-in-vo/
Former President Donald Trump frequently spoke negatively, and sometimes falsely, about voting by mail in 2020. He called the practice "corrupt" at a February 2024 rally in Michigan. This year, he has said his goal is "one-day voting." But he has also told voters that voting by mail is a good option. In June, Trump sai...
2024-06-21
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politifact_100_ret_bn_g0
politifact_100
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/26/pennsylvania-values-pac/liberal-groups-ad-says-trump-is-against-mail-in-vo/
Former President Donald Trump is “against mail in voting.”
Pennsylvania Values
2024-06-21
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/trump-changes-tone-on-mail-in-ballots-and-other-forms-of-early-voting
By — Nicholas Riccardi, Associated Press Nicholas Riccardi, Associated Press By — Margery A. Beck, Associated Press Margery A. Beck, Associated Press Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/trump-changes-tone-on-mail-in-ballots-and-other-forms-of-early-voting Email Facebook Twitter Link...
2024-05-17
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politifact_100_ret_bn_g18
politifact_100
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/26/pennsylvania-values-pac/liberal-groups-ad-says-trump-is-against-mail-in-vo/
Former President Donald Trump is “against mail in voting.”
Pennsylvania Values
2024-06-21
https://sos.ks.gov/media/in-the-news.html
Many Americans Don't Trust Mail-In Voting. What Can Be Done? [...] Since his rise to the heights of politics nine years ago, former U.S. President Donald Trump has continuously denounced mail-in voting as a concrete example of what he claims is endemic fraud in American elections. Without evidence, he has depicted mail...
2024-08-25
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politifact_100_ret_bn_g6
politifact_100
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/26/pennsylvania-values-pac/liberal-groups-ad-says-trump-is-against-mail-in-vo/
Former President Donald Trump is “against mail in voting.”
Pennsylvania Values
2024-06-21
https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/trump-casts-ballot-early-florida-primary-early-voting/story?id=112834111
"Mail-in voting is totally corrupt," Trump falsely claimed in February at a campaign rally in Michigan. "Get that through your head. It has to be." [...] With polls predicting neck-and-neck races in crucial battleground states, Trump and his allies have sought to retool their message around early and absentee voting in...
2024-08-14
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politifact_101
politifact_101
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/25/facebook-posts/satirical-story-about-candace-owens-trying-to-ban/
“Candace Owens vows to have Taylor Swift banned from next NFL season.”
Facebook posts
2024-06-18
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/25/facebook-posts/satirical-story-about-candace-owens-trying-to-ban/
This story originated on a self-described satire page.
2024-06-18
False
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politifact_101_ret_b8_gn
politifact_101
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/25/facebook-posts/satirical-story-about-candace-owens-trying-to-ban/
“Candace Owens vows to have Taylor Swift banned from next NFL season.”
Facebook posts
2024-06-18
https://newscheck15.com/thien1/breaking-candace-owens-vows-to-have-taylor-swift-banned-from-next-nfl-season-shes-awfully-woke/
In the latest wave of cultural clashes, conservative commentator Candace Owens has set her sights on superstar Taylor Swift, vowing to bar her from NFL events in the upcoming season. Owens, known for her outspoken views on social and political issues, labeled Swift as "awfully woke," sparking a fervent debate over the ...
2024-02-17
False
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politifact_101_ret_bn_g0
politifact_101
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/25/facebook-posts/satirical-story-about-candace-owens-trying-to-ban/
“Candace Owens vows to have Taylor Swift banned from next NFL season.”
Facebook posts
2024-06-18
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/25/facebook-posts/satirical-story-about-candace-owens-trying-to-ban/
Satirical story about Candace Owens trying to ban Taylor Swift from the NFL spreads without context [...] Conservative commentator Candace Owens has been critical of singer Taylor Swift, but claims she’s trying to bar Swift from the NFL originated on fake news pages. "BREAKING: Candace Owens vows to have Taylor Swift b...
2024-06-18
False
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politifact_1011
politifact_1011
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2021/feb/22/cory-booker/sen-cory-booker-right-about-legacy-usda-bias-again/
“There is a direct connection between discriminatory policies within the USDA and the enormous land loss we have seen among Black farmers over the past century."
Cory Booker
2021-02-09
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2021/feb/22/cory-booker/sen-cory-booker-right-about-legacy-usda-bias-again/
Booker’s claim is supported by findings in USDA reports, legal settlements between the department and Black farmers and expert opinion. In 1920, there were about 925,700 Black farmers. In 2017, that number was down to 45,500. Bias in the implementation of New Deal policies and other farm assistance programs meant Black...
2021-02-09
True
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politifact_1011
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2021/feb/22/cory-booker/sen-cory-booker-right-about-legacy-usda-bias-again/
“There is a direct connection between discriminatory policies within the USDA and the enormous land loss we have seen among Black farmers over the past century."
Cory Booker
2021-02-09
https://thehill.com/policy/finance/538598-democrats-make-historic-push-for-aid-equity-for-black-farmers/
"When it comes to farming and agriculture, we know that there is a direct connection between discriminatory policies within the USDA and the enormous land loss we have seen among Black farmers over the past century," Booker said in a statement about the Justice for Black Farmers Act. [...] Years of discrimination left ...
2021-02-15
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politifact_1011_ret_b14_gn
politifact_1011
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2021/feb/22/cory-booker/sen-cory-booker-right-about-legacy-usda-bias-again/
“There is a direct connection between discriminatory policies within the USDA and the enormous land loss we have seen among Black farmers over the past century."
Cory Booker
2021-02-09
https://thefern.org/ag_insider/justice-bill-would-transfer-up-to-32-million-acres-to-black-farmers/
"When it comes to farming and agriculture, we know that there is a direct connection between discriminatory practices within the USDA and the enormous land loss we have seen among Black farmers in the past century," said Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey, the lead sponsor of the bill. He said the bill "would enact reforms...
2020-11-19
True
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politifact_1011_ret_b5_gn
politifact_1011
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2021/feb/22/cory-booker/sen-cory-booker-right-about-legacy-usda-bias-again/
“There is a direct connection between discriminatory policies within the USDA and the enormous land loss we have seen among Black farmers over the past century."
Cory Booker
2021-02-09
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2021/mar/30/facebook-posts/covid-19-relief-minority-farmers-not-bonus-its-pas/
We rated as True Booker’s claim that "there is a direct connection between discriminatory policies within the" Agriculture Department "and the enormous land loss we have seen among Black farmers over the past century." In 1920, there were about 925,700 Black farmers. In 2017, that number was down to 45,500, a decline d...
2021-03-15
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politifact_1011_ret_bn_g6
politifact_1011
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2021/feb/22/cory-booker/sen-cory-booker-right-about-legacy-usda-bias-again/
“There is a direct connection between discriminatory policies within the USDA and the enormous land loss we have seen among Black farmers over the past century."
Cory Booker
2021-02-09
https://www.arkrepublic.com/2020/12/03/bill-may-remedy-decades-of-usda-discrimination-against-black-farmers/
Black farmers who are struggling to retain their land despite racial discrimination and little assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), could find relief in a measure called The Justice for Farmers Act. [...] "When it comes to farming and agriculture, we know that there is a direct connection between ...
2020-12-03
True
false
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politifact_1028
politifact_1028
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2022/jul/26/francesca-hong/state-gop-only-let-less-2-democratic-bills/
"In the Wisconsin State Assembly this session, more than 75% of GOP bills received a public hearing. Meanwhile, the GOP allowed less than 2% of Democratic bills to have a hearing."
Francesca Hong, D-Madison,
2022-05-18
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2022/jul/26/francesca-hong/state-gop-only-let-less-2-democratic-bills/
Since becoming the minority party in the Assembly in 2011, the percentage of Democratic-authored bills that received a public hearing declined from 15.6% to 1.9% in the 2021-22 legislative session. Republicans, when in the minority, saw 39% of their bills receive public hearings in the 2009-10 legislative session. More...
2022-05-18
True
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politifact_1028_ret_b1_g4
politifact_1028
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2022/jul/26/francesca-hong/state-gop-only-let-less-2-democratic-bills/
"In the Wisconsin State Assembly this session, more than 75% of GOP bills received a public hearing. Meanwhile, the GOP allowed less than 2% of Democratic bills to have a hearing."
Francesca Hong, D-Madison,
2022-05-18
https://www.politifact.com/bipartisanship/
Cindy Axne stated on September 18, 2022 in a tweet "I was named Iowa’s most bipartisan member of Congress by @TheLugarCenter." Francesca Hong stated on May 18, 2022 in a tweet "In the Wisconsin State Assembly this session, more than 75% of GOP bills received a public hearing. Wisconsin Initiative stated on February 23,...
2022-09-18
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politifact_1028_ret_bn_g11
politifact_1028
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2022/jul/26/francesca-hong/state-gop-only-let-less-2-democratic-bills/
"In the Wisconsin State Assembly this session, more than 75% of GOP bills received a public hearing. Meanwhile, the GOP allowed less than 2% of Democratic bills to have a hearing."
Francesca Hong, D-Madison,
2022-05-18
https://www.epi.org/unequalpower/publications/private-sector-unions-corporate-legal-erosion/
Source: Current Population Survey Outgoing Rotation Group data. [...] xlv. Id. at 176-77. [...] lxxii. Data drawn from Annex Table 2.B.3., Annex Table 2.C.2., and Annex Table 2.C.1.
2020-11-18
True
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politifact_1028_ret_bn_g6
politifact_1028
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2022/jul/26/francesca-hong/state-gop-only-let-less-2-democratic-bills/
"In the Wisconsin State Assembly this session, more than 75% of GOP bills received a public hearing. Meanwhile, the GOP allowed less than 2% of Democratic bills to have a hearing."
Francesca Hong, D-Madison,
2022-05-18
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/list/?category=legal-issues&ruling=true
Francesca Hong stated on May 18, 2022 in a tweet: "In the Wisconsin State Assembly this session, more than 75% of GOP bills received a public hearing. Tony Evers stated on June 13, 2022 in Campaign email: "Wisconsin's archaic abortion ban is older than 20 states." Kelda Helen Roys stated on May 8, 2022 in TV interview:...
2024-03-27
True
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politifact_1028_ret_bn_g9
politifact_1028
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2022/jul/26/francesca-hong/state-gop-only-let-less-2-democratic-bills/
"In the Wisconsin State Assembly this session, more than 75% of GOP bills received a public hearing. Meanwhile, the GOP allowed less than 2% of Democratic bills to have a hearing."
Francesca Hong, D-Madison,
2022-05-18
https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/CHRG-114shrg20867/html/CHRG-114shrg20867.htm
CMS or legislative action by Congress, these disparities should be eliminated. [...] Re: Public Hearing of the Senate Finance Committee, ``Financial and [...] To obtain a copy of this report: (1) visit http://
2015-09-15
True
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politifact_105_ret_b9_gn
politifact_105
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/24/threads-posts/men-aged-between-18-and-26-have-not-been-automatic/
All men aged 18 to 26 “have been automatically registered in the U.S. Army.”
Threads post
2024-06-16
https://leadstories.com/hoax-alert/2024/06/fact-check-draft-age-american-men-are-not-automatically-registered-in-the-us-military-after-house-vote.html
Are all American men aged 18-26 now "automatically registered in the U.S. military" after an "overnight" vote in the U.S. House of Representatives? No, that's not true: American men in that age group have been required for decades to register for the Selective Service System. A measure that would automate Selective Ser...
2024-06-20
False
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politifact_105_ret_bn_g0
politifact_105
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/24/threads-posts/men-aged-between-18-and-26-have-not-been-automatic/
All men aged 18 to 26 “have been automatically registered in the U.S. Army.”
Threads post
2024-06-16
https://www.sss.gov/register/who-needs-to-register/
It’s important to know that even though he is registered, a man will not automatically be inducted into the military. In a crisis requiring a draft, men would be called in a sequence determined by random lottery number and year of birth. Then, they would be examined for mental, physical, and moral fitness by the milita...
2024-01-01
False
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true
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politifact_105_ret_bn_g1
politifact_105
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/24/threads-posts/men-aged-between-18-and-26-have-not-been-automatic/
All men aged 18 to 26 “have been automatically registered in the U.S. Army.”
Threads post
2024-06-16
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/24/threads-posts/men-aged-between-18-and-26-have-not-been-automatic/
Men aged between 18 and 26 have not been automatically registered for the draft [...] "So all men (18-26) have been automatically registered in the US ARMY?," read a June 17 Threads post. "This is INSANE!" [...] We rate the claim that all men ages 18 to 26 have been automatically registered in the Army as False.
2024-06-17
False
false
true
insufficient-refutes
politifact_106
politifact_106
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/24/facebook-posts/no-caitlin-clark-did-not-turn-down-millions-of-dol/
“Caitlin Clark rejects $400 million deal from Nike” saying “not with that Kaepernick clown.’”
Facebook Post
2024-06-21
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/24/facebook-posts/no-caitlin-clark-did-not-turn-down-millions-of-dol/
This claim originated on a satire site. In April, it was widely reported that Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark was expected to enter a lucrative contract with Nike.
2024-06-21
False
true
true
refutes
politifact_106_ret_b10_gn
politifact_106
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/24/facebook-posts/no-caitlin-clark-did-not-turn-down-millions-of-dol/
“Caitlin Clark rejects $400 million deal from Nike” saying “not with that Kaepernick clown.’”
Facebook Post
2024-06-21
https://sports.yahoo.com/caitlin-clark-reportedly-nearing-eight-024939065.html
Caitlin Clark Reportedly Signs 8-Year, $28 Million Deal With Nike [...] Although Nike has been sparse on details, The Wall Street Journal has reported the athletic giant’s deal for Caitlin Clark is worth up to $28 million over eight years. [...] More details have surfaced about WNBA rookie Caitlin Clark’s reported sign...
2024-04-18
False
false
true
refutes
politifact_106_ret_b15_gn
politifact_106
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/24/facebook-posts/no-caitlin-clark-did-not-turn-down-millions-of-dol/
“Caitlin Clark rejects $400 million deal from Nike” saying “not with that Kaepernick clown.’”
Facebook Post
2024-06-21
https://www.sportingnews.com/ca/wnba/news/caitlin-clark-nike-shoe-deal-iowa-indiana-fever-rookie/c0fcfb9dafa62017e945af52
Clark's new Nike deal is reported to be worth $28 million over eight years, per the Wall Street Journal. She chose the Swoosh over Adidas and Stephen Curry's "Curry Brand" with Under Armour, according to Charania. Clark's Nike deal guarantees that she will receive a signature shoe with the brand. Among other Nike athle...
2024-04-23
False
false
true
refutes
politifact_106_ret_bn_g0
politifact_106
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/24/facebook-posts/no-caitlin-clark-did-not-turn-down-millions-of-dol/
“Caitlin Clark rejects $400 million deal from Nike” saying “not with that Kaepernick clown.’”
Facebook Post
2024-06-21
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/24/facebook-posts/no-caitlin-clark-did-not-turn-down-millions-of-dol/
"BREAKING: Caitlin Clark Rejects $400 Million Deal From Nike, 'Not With That Kaepernick Clown,’' read a June 21 Facebook post. It included an image of Clark and former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick. [...] News, "Caitlin Clark Rejects $400 Million Deal From Nike, ‘Not With That Kaepernick, (archived),...
2024-06-21
False
false
true
insufficient-neutral
politifact_106_ret_bn_g3
politifact_106
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/24/facebook-posts/no-caitlin-clark-did-not-turn-down-millions-of-dol/
“Caitlin Clark rejects $400 million deal from Nike” saying “not with that Kaepernick clown.’”
Facebook Post
2024-06-21
https://spacexmania.com/breaking-caitlin-clark-turns-down-massive-nike-endorsement-worth-400-million-never-in-a-million-years-with-that-kaepernick-clown12/
In an unexpected move that has sent shockwaves through both the sports and business worlds, Caitlin Clark, one of the brightest stars in women’s basketball, has turned down a $400 million endorsement deal from Nike. The reason for her rejection? Her disapproval of Nike’s ongoing partnership with Colin Kaepernick, whom ...
2024-07-09
False
false
true
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politifact_107
politifact_107
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/instagram-posts/claim-misrepresents-california-bill-about-parental/
California Assembly Bill 1955 “would allow schools to secretly, socially and perhaps medically transition your child without your knowledge and consent."
Instagram post
2024-06-16
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/instagram-posts/claim-misrepresents-california-bill-about-parental/
California’s Senate passed Assembly Bill 1955, which blocks school districts from enacting policies that require staff to notify parents about students’ sexual orientation or gender identity. To become law, the bill would have to pass the state’s Assembly and be signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom. The bill says schools should...
2024-06-16
False
true
true
insufficient-refutes
politifact_107_ret_b17_gn
politifact_107
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/instagram-posts/claim-misrepresents-california-bill-about-parental/
California Assembly Bill 1955 “would allow schools to secretly, socially and perhaps medically transition your child without your knowledge and consent."
Instagram post
2024-06-16
https://www.newsweek.com/california-schools-could-banned-outing-kids-their-parents-1904417
AB 1955, known as The Safety Act, was introduced by Assemblyman Chris Ward, along with the California Legislative LGBTQ Caucus, on Wednesday, according to a report by KMPH in Fresno. The bill was introduced following reports of students being outed by school staff, sometimes leading to familial rejection or even violen...
2024-05-24
False
false
true
insufficient-refutes
politifact_107_ret_b4_gn
politifact_107
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/instagram-posts/claim-misrepresents-california-bill-about-parental/
California Assembly Bill 1955 “would allow schools to secretly, socially and perhaps medically transition your child without your knowledge and consent."
Instagram post
2024-06-16
https://legiscan.com/CA/text/AB1955/id/3001937
Bill Text: CA AB1955 | 2023-2024 | Regular Session | Amended [...] Status: (Passed) 2024-07-15 - Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 95, Statutes of 2024. [AB1955 Detail] [...] (a) A school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school for the blind or the deaf, or a member of the gov...
2024-01-29
False
false
true
insufficient-refutes
politifact_107_ret_bn_g0
politifact_107
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/instagram-posts/claim-misrepresents-california-bill-about-parental/
California Assembly Bill 1955 “would allow schools to secretly, socially and perhaps medically transition your child without your knowledge and consent."
Instagram post
2024-06-16
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/instagram-posts/claim-misrepresents-california-bill-about-parental/
One social media user said in a June 16 Instagram video the bill "would allow schools to secretly, socially and perhaps medically transition your child without your knowledge and consent." [...] An Instagram video says a proposed California law would let schools "secretly, socially and perhaps medically transition your...
2024-06-16
False
false
true
insufficient-refutes
politifact_107_ret_bn_g1
politifact_107
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/instagram-posts/claim-misrepresents-california-bill-about-parental/
California Assembly Bill 1955 “would allow schools to secretly, socially and perhaps medically transition your child without your knowledge and consent."
Instagram post
2024-06-16
https://www.lawinc.com/classroom-confidential-lawsuit-california-ab-1955
1. Understand the Core Provisions of AB 1955 - - Prohibits Parental Notification Policies: Bans school districts from adopting rules that would require informing parents of their child’s gender identity/expression without the child’s consent. [...] - What type of gender transition does AB 1955 cover? The bill focuses o...
2024-07-19
False
false
true
insufficient-contradictory
politifact_108
politifact_108
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/threads-posts/no-caitlin-clark-didnt-join-canadas-olympic-team/
“Caitlin Clark has officially joined the Canadian women's Olympic team.”
Threads post
2024-06-19
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/threads-posts/no-caitlin-clark-didnt-join-canadas-olympic-team/
Canada Basketball confirmed that American basketball star Caitlin Clark has not joined Canada’s Olympic women’s basketball team. The image of Clark wearing the Canadian jersey appears to be edited.
2024-06-19
False
true
true
refutes
politifact_108_ret_b10_gn
politifact_108
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/threads-posts/no-caitlin-clark-didnt-join-canadas-olympic-team/
“Caitlin Clark has officially joined the Canadian women's Olympic team.”
Threads post
2024-06-19
https://apnews.com/article/olympics-2024-paris-games-caitlin-clark-1169bcc4b2f3db5cf635031fea28bd0c
Caitlin Clark’s early play in WNBA will be her tryout for a roster spot on US Olympic women’s team SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) — Caitlin Clark’s early play in WNBA will serve as her tryout for a spot on the U.S. Olympic women’s basketball team. [...] There were reports Clark potentially could’ve been part of the 3x3 team. ...
2024-04-22
False
false
true
insufficient-refutes
politifact_108_ret_b11_gn
politifact_108
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/threads-posts/no-caitlin-clark-didnt-join-canadas-olympic-team/
“Caitlin Clark has officially joined the Canadian women's Olympic team.”
Threads post
2024-06-19
https://www.nickiswift.com/1621496/how-caitlin-clark-could-join-2024-olympic-team-after-all/
Caitlin Clark's Olympics snub took a major turn, and there is evidence she could join the team after all. Originally, there was a cavalcade of backlash when it was announced Clark would not be going to the Olympics to play for Team USA women's basketball. "Leaving Caitlin Clark off the women's Olympic team is the dumbe...
2024-07-12
False
false
true
insufficient-refutes
politifact_108_ret_bn_g0
politifact_108
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/threads-posts/no-caitlin-clark-didnt-join-canadas-olympic-team/
“Caitlin Clark has officially joined the Canadian women's Olympic team.”
Threads post
2024-06-19
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/threads-posts/no-caitlin-clark-didnt-join-canadas-olympic-team/
Canada Basketball confirmed that American basketball star Caitlin Clark has not joined Canada’s Olympic women’s basketball team. [...] "Caitlin Clark has officially joined the Canadian women's Olympic team" read a June 19 Threads post that featured an image of Clark in a Canadian basketball jersey. [...] We rate the cl...
2024-06-19
False
false
true
refutes
politifact_108_ret_bn_g11
politifact_108
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/threads-posts/no-caitlin-clark-didnt-join-canadas-olympic-team/
“Caitlin Clark has officially joined the Canadian women's Olympic team.”
Threads post
2024-06-19
https://olympics.com/en/news/caitlin-clark-iowa-lsu-angel-reese-olympics-womens-basketball
What Caitlin Clark and Iowa's win over LSU and Angel Reese means for the growth Olympic women's basketball [...] Olympic Membership | Free Live Stream Sports & Original Series - join now! [...] UConn’s Aaliyah Edwards played for Canada at the Games in Japan and her coach, Geno Auriemma, led the Rio 2016gold-medal winni...
2024-04-03
False
false
true
insufficient-refutes
politifact_110
politifact_110
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/facebook-posts/claim-about-cristiano-ronaldo-and-rainbow-armbands/
Cristiano Ronaldo was the only European soccer captain who did not wear a rainbow armband at Euro 2020.
Facebook Post
2024-06-16
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/facebook-posts/claim-about-cristiano-ronaldo-and-rainbow-armbands/
There is evidence that three team captains — from Germany, England, and Denmark — wore rainbow or pro-LGBTQ+ armbands during this tournament, which included 24 teams. Germany’s captain, Manuel Neuer, was briefly investigated by the Union of European Football Associations for his rainbow armband. Cristiano Ronaldo was a...
2024-06-16
False
true
true
refutes
politifact_110_ret_bn_g1
politifact_110
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/facebook-posts/claim-about-cristiano-ronaldo-and-rainbow-armbands/
Cristiano Ronaldo was the only European soccer captain who did not wear a rainbow armband at Euro 2020.
Facebook Post
2024-06-16
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/facebook-posts/claim-about-cristiano-ronaldo-and-rainbow-armbands/
"At Euro 2020, UEFA (European Football Association) ordered all team captains to wear ‘OneLove’ bands. The band was used as a symbol of LGBTQ," read the caption on a June 16 Facebook post, "but, Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo was the only European captain who did not wear the band." The post's caption was later edi...
2024-06-16
False
false
true
refutes
politifact_110_ret_bn_g6
politifact_110
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/facebook-posts/claim-about-cristiano-ronaldo-and-rainbow-armbands/
Cristiano Ronaldo was the only European soccer captain who did not wear a rainbow armband at Euro 2020.
Facebook Post
2024-06-16
https://www.ainvest.com/news/misinformation-circulates-cristiano-ronaldo-was-not-sole-captain-refusing-rainbow-armband-at-euro-2020-240610009331e3d19e6e047c/
Misinformation Circulates: Cristiano Ronaldo Was Not Sole Captain Refusing Rainbow Armband at Euro 2020 [...] The Facebook post falsely claims that Cristiano Ronaldo was the only captain at the Euro 2020 tournament to refuse wearing an LGBTQ armband, mandated by the European Union. However, other captains also chose to...
2024-06-28
False
false
true
refutes
politifact_110_ret_bn_g9
politifact_110
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/21/facebook-posts/claim-about-cristiano-ronaldo-and-rainbow-armbands/
Cristiano Ronaldo was the only European soccer captain who did not wear a rainbow armband at Euro 2020.
Facebook Post
2024-06-16
https://centrevillesentinel.com/13463/everything/school/ronaldo-refuses-to-wear-the-onelove-armband/
Cristiano Ronaldo is refusing to wear the "One Love" armband, which advocates for the LGBTQ+ community, during the 2022 World Cup. The world-renowned soccer player, Cristiano Ronaldo, revealed in a press conference that he will not be participating in wearing the "One Love" armband. The armband consists of a heart with...
2022-12-14
False
false
true
insufficient-refutes
politifact_111_ret_b0_gn
politifact_111
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/20/donald-trump/black-poverty-unemployment-set-record-lows-on-trum/
The Trump administration “achieved the lowest African American unemployment rate and the lowest African American poverty rate ever recorded.”
Donald Trump
2024-06-15
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/20/donald-trump/black-poverty-unemployment-set-record-lows-on-trum/
Black poverty, unemployment set record lows on Trump’s watch, and on Biden’s, too [...] During a June 15 visit to Detroit, Trump said, "We achieved the lowest African American unemployment rate and the lowest African American poverty rate ever recorded." [...] The Black poverty rate hit a record low during Trump’s pres...
2024-06-15
Half True
false
true
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politifact_111_ret_b3_g1
politifact_111
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/20/donald-trump/black-poverty-unemployment-set-record-lows-on-trum/
The Trump administration “achieved the lowest African American unemployment rate and the lowest African American poverty rate ever recorded.”
Donald Trump
2024-06-15
https://www.cnn.com/2024/06/16/politics/fact-check-trump-biden-black-unemployment-poverty/index.html
During a Saturday roundtable discussion at a predominately Black church in Detroit, Trump said President Joe Biden "has done nothing for you except talk," adding: "We achieved the lowest African American unemployment rate and the lowest African American poverty rate ever recorded – ever, ever recorded – during my four ...
2024-06-16
Half True
false
true
supports
politifact_111_ret_b4_gn
politifact_111
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/20/donald-trump/black-poverty-unemployment-set-record-lows-on-trum/
The Trump administration “achieved the lowest African American unemployment rate and the lowest African American poverty rate ever recorded.”
Donald Trump
2024-06-15
https://www.npr.org/2018/01/08/576552028/fact-check-trump-touts-low-unemployment-rates-for-african-americans-hispanics
FACT CHECK: Trump Touts Low Unemployment Rates For African-Americans, Hispanics [...] African American unemployment is the lowest ever recorded in our country. The Hispanic unemployment rate dropped a full point in the last year and is close to the lowest in recorded history. Dems did nothing for you but get your vote!...
2018-01-08
Half True
false
true
insufficient-supports
politifact_111_ret_bn_g15
politifact_111
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/20/donald-trump/black-poverty-unemployment-set-record-lows-on-trum/
The Trump administration “achieved the lowest African American unemployment rate and the lowest African American poverty rate ever recorded.”
Donald Trump
2024-06-15
https://www.factcheck.org/2024/05/tim-scotts-false-and-misleading-claims-about-unemployment/
Republican Sen. Tim Scott has claimed that African Americans, Hispanics and Asians all had their lowest unemployment rate under former President Donald Trump. But the lowest unemployment rate on record for African Americans was under President Joe Biden, and the lowest unemployment rate for Hispanics was the same under...
2024-05-09
Half True
false
true
supports
politifact_112
politifact_112
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/18/donald-trump/donald-trump-wrong-that-crime-stats-exclude-30-of/
Crime statistics “no longer include data from 30% of the country including the biggest and most violent cities.”
Donald Trump
2024-06-18
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/18/donald-trump/donald-trump-wrong-that-crime-stats-exclude-30-of/
In 2021, the FBI required police departments to report data using a new system. That year, data for about 65% of the U.S. population was covered in the FBI’s annual report, rather than the typical 95%. However, as is standard FBI policy, the missing data was estimated using comparable jurisdictions. In 2022, the FBI’s ...
2024-06-18
False
true
true
insufficient-refutes
politifact_112_ret_b14_gn
politifact_112
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/18/donald-trump/donald-trump-wrong-that-crime-stats-exclude-30-of/
Crime statistics “no longer include data from 30% of the country including the biggest and most violent cities.”
Donald Trump
2024-06-18
https://www.nssf.org/articles/america-has-a-crime-reporting-problem/
Tracking crime statistics – and more importantly, whether or not crime is rising or falling in the United States – is getting harder to do. That’s because nearly a third of America’s cities are no longer reporting crime statistics to the FBI. This is more than just a problem for policymakers looking for data to address...
2023-08-10
False
false
true
supports
politifact_112_ret_b5_gn
politifact_112
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/18/donald-trump/donald-trump-wrong-that-crime-stats-exclude-30-of/
Crime statistics “no longer include data from 30% of the country including the biggest and most violent cities.”
Donald Trump
2024-06-18
https://www.themarshallproject.org/2022/10/08/the-problem-with-the-fbi-s-missing-crime-data
The feds for years had announced the change was coming, but many agencies did not switch in time to submit data, including the New York City Police Department and Los Angeles Police Department — the nation’s two largest. Some entire states, including California and Florida, sent virtually no data. To make up for the da...
2022-10-08
False
false
true
insufficient-supports
politifact_112_ret_b6_gn
politifact_112
https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2024/jun/18/donald-trump/donald-trump-wrong-that-crime-stats-exclude-30-of/
Crime statistics “no longer include data from 30% of the country including the biggest and most violent cities.”
Donald Trump
2024-06-18
https://www.politifact.com/crime/
Joe Biden stated on July 13, 2024 in a statement to the media "The idea that there’s political violence or violence in America like this is just unheard of." Social Media stated on July 13, 2024 in social media posts Donald Trump staged the shooting at his rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Instagram posts stated on June 3...
2024-09-29
False
false
true
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