Friday, July 7, 2023

Snopes Debunker - Biden "body bag" conspiracy theory, Tom Hanks rumored to play MLK in new film, and warnings of a coming "internet apocalypse"

WEDNESDAY EDITION

Snopes Debunker

July 5, 2023

Today: Biden "body bag" conspiracy theory, Tom Hanks rumored to play MLK in new film, and warnings of a coming "internet apocalypse"

No, This Video Doesn't Show Biden's Body Being Wheeled Out of the White House

On July 2, a video purportedly showing at least one body bag or casket being wheeled out of the White House went viral. Among the posts that shared the video were some by conspiracy theorists claiming that it showed the dead body of U.S. President Joe Biden being wheeled out of the federal building.


Snopes reporter Nur Ibrahim reports.

More From Snopes

Was Tom Hanks Cast as MLK in a New Netflix Movie?

The actor has played many iconic roles over his storied career.

Did NASA Issue Warning About Pending 'Internet Apocalypse'?

Developments in our understanding of the sun's convection systems evidently go more viral when paired with the specter of societal collapse.

Will Disney's Magic Kingdom Stop Admitting Adults Without Children in August 2023?

In July 2023, during protests over the police shooting of a teenager, France announced it was restricting internet access.

Did France Announce Restrictions on Internet Access During 2023 Protests?

In July 2023, claims began to spread on social media platforms that France had restricted "all internet access" across the country.

Does This Video Show Dozens of New Cars Set on Fire by French Protesters?

Some social media users claimed the video was taken during riots in Marseille in July 2023.

Did Maya Angelou Say, 'Never Make Someone a Priority When All You Are to Them Is an Option'?

The quote had been attributed to Angelou by the BBC, The Guardian, and numerous websites that purport to collect quotes from famous people.

Staff Pick

Is This a Real 'More Doctors Smoke Camels Than Any Other Cigarette' Vintage Ad?

"You'll enjoy Camels for the same reason so many doctors enjoy them," a viral image read.

Keep Us Debunking

Without the ongoing support from our readers, we could not continue our work. Give today!

Posted by at

No comments:

Post a Comment

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)