Weekend Wrap-up: Does a Photo Show Trump Planning a Military Coup?

​ SATURDAY EDITION Snopes Debunker 13 February 2021 Welcome to the Weekend Wrap-up! In this special Saturday edition of the Debunker, we take a look back on some of this past week's most impactful stories. Does a Photo Show Trump Planning a Military Coup? ​ On Feb. 2, 2021, a picture was shared on Facebook that showed former U.S. President Donald Trump sitting at a desk while video conferencing. The Facebook user who shared it hinted that the photograph depicted Trump planning a military coup to take back the White House subsequent to moving to his Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Florida, after his term in office expired on Jan. 20. Snopes reporter Jordan Liles has more on this story. Read More More From This Week Were the Bidens Booed During Their Speech at the Super Bowl? ​ In a pre-recorded video televised before the game, U.S. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden thanked frontline healthcare workers. Read More Did a Super Bowl ‘Streaker’ Win $374K on Prop Bet? ​ Wanna bet? Read More Did Dems’ Video Omit Trump’s Telling Supporters To ‘Peacefully and Patriotically’ Protest at Capitol? ​ Social media posts claimed impeachment prosecutors ignored a key fact. Read More Did MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell Blame Capitol Attack on ‘Antifa Temptresses’? ​ A routine review of content labeled satire. Read More You'll Love Our New Shirts Love facts? Why not share your love with the world? Help support Snopes at the same time by purchasing one of our love-themed T-shirts from the Snopes store. While they can't be delivered in time for the 14th, love is patient. And true love is worth the wait. Shop Now Fact Checks Does Putting a Ziplock Bag Over a Car Mirror Have a Legitimate Purpose? Online advertisements promised what appeared to be a handy trick for drivers involving plastic ziplock bags. ✅  True ​Does Trump Control US Military for 60 Days After Leaving Office? The claim stemmed from 2019 legislation introduced by a Republican lawmaker. ❌   False Did Ted Cruz Say Trump ‘Has a Consistent Pattern of Inciting Violence’? A video from the 2016 presidential campaign was recirculated during former U.S. President Donald Trump's second impeachment trial. ✅  Correct Attribution ​Was ‘Muffin Man’ Song a Warning to Kids About 16th-Century Serial Killer? The baker reportedly lured children to their death by dangling muffins from a string. ❔  Unproven Was ‘Slenderman’ Spotted in ‘How To Train Your Dragon’? Slenderman popped up in some odd places in 2021. ❌   False View Latest Fact Checks Help Defend Snopes Whether it’s against the everlasting surge of misinformation or our litigious opposition, Snopes is currently fighting multiple ongoing battles — and you can help us fortify our defenses.  Consider setting up a recurring contribution to support us for the long haul: $3   $5   $10   $15   News Biden Will Try to Close Guantanamo After ‘Robust’ Review White House press secretary Jen Psaki said it was the “intention” of the Biden administration to close the detention facility. Read More CDC: Strong Evidence In-Person Schooling Can Be Done Safely The nation’s top public health agency said that in-person schooling can resume safely with masks, social distancing and other strategies. Read More White House Aide Suspended for Threatening Reporter White House deputy press secretary T.J. Ducklo has been suspended for a week without pay. Read More

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