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2026-01-28 17:10:05

MAGA Echoes Trump, Calls Omar Attack Staged

Far-right figures baselessly claim Rep. Ilhan Omar staged a syringe attack at her town hall. Donald Trump suggested she "probably had herself sprayed." The assailant was arrested, and Omar, unharmed, denounced the intimidation. read more

2024-10-23 13:00:10

Russian Groups Spread Disinformation Targeting Democratic VP Candidate Tim Walz

A US official confirms Russia was behind viral disinformation targeting Tim Walz, the Democratic vice-presidential candidate, with false accusations. The disinformation is part of a broader Russian effort to influence the 2024 US election. read more

2024-09-04 19:20:04

US accuses Russia of election interference through state media disinformation

US accuses Russia of using state media to spread election disinformation. Federal prosecutors charge Russian media employees and seize Kremlin-backed websites, alleging a $10 million propaganda scheme. read more

2024-07-14 09:50:07

Disinformation researcher Amanda Rogers labels the Trump rally shooting a breeding ground for extremist accelerationists. Social media misinformation post-incident amplifies lies, conspiracies. Journalists urge cautious speculation amid conflicting narratives. Images from event face AI manipulation, deep fake concerns. Partisan theories circulate on shooter identity. read more

2024-05-05 10:10:04

The Conservative party's deceptive campaigning tactics, including setting up fake community Facebook groups, were highlighted last week. Stewart Lee's commentary delves into Sunak's role in spreading disinformation and questions his morality and ethics, emphasizing the need for truth and accountability. . read more