A popular meme wrongly claims that a photo showing protesters advocating the demise of the U.S. was taken in Michigan. The image is from a 2013 rally in Iran.
Anti-America Image From Iran, Not Michigan
Debunking Viral Claims
These articles debunk misinformation shared on social media. We also provide resources for readers: an article and a video on how to combat misinformation.
From late 2016 to early 2025, FactCheck.org was one of several organizations working with Meta to debunk misinformation shared on Meta’s social media platforms.
Old Decision in Tax Lawsuit Gets New Spin
A website known for spreading misinformation writes that a man who cited religious reasons for not paying his income taxes “has won an historic lawsuit against the IRS.” That’s misleading. One charge was dropped, but four others have yet to be determined.
Concocted Claim of McCain’s ‘Treason’
A falsehood resurrected on Facebook claims that the late Sen. John McCain received a pardon from President Richard Nixon. He did not.
Deceptive Facebook Post Distorts Rally Against Hate
A Facebook post falsely describes a video of an interdenominational rally against Islamophobia as a “Muslim rally … demanding their Sharia Rights.”
Meme Misleads on Russia Sanctions
A social media post falsely claims that President Donald Trump “immediately dropped our sanctions against Russia” after his election.
Fake Elizabeth Warren Quote About Rape
For over two years, memes have been circulating with a picture of Sen. Elizabeth Warren next to a fake, Islamophobic quote condoning rape.
Misleading Post on Electoral College
A misleading image in support of the Electoral College is circulating on social media.
Daylight Saving Time Spoof Story Not Real
A story satirizing Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s Green New Deal has been turned into a meme that is circulating without a satire disclaimer. She did not say she wants to repeal daylight saving time because of climate change.
Meme Uses Litter Photo to Spread Garbage
A viral meme claims that environmentalists littered a California park on Earth Day, but the image is from a 2009 college football tailgate in Georgia.
Germany Not Seeking Ambassador’s Removal
Viral posts online claim incorrectly that Germany has requested the removal of the American ambassador. An opposition party lawmaker in Germany’s Parliament called for that, but the German government itself has not taken that position.