An independent fact-checking journalism website aimed at bringing you the truth in politics. Every fact-check includes analysis of the claim, an explanation of our reasoning and a list of links to all our sources.
Fact checking from the Washington Post newspaper by award-winning journalist Glenn Kessler.
Snopes is not a traditional fact-checking site, but was founded in 1995 by writer and researcher David Mikkelson out of interest in researching urban legends. Independently funded and apolitical, Snopes has become a well-respected resource for research into urban legends, rumors, hoaxes, and fake news stories.
A nonpartisan, nonprofit “consumer advocate” for voters that aims to reduce the level of deception and confusion in U.S. politics.
Collects political ads from the 2016 election. In addition to tracking airings across key primary states, the collection includes ads that may air elsewhere or exclusively on social media. The site also links to fact-checking and follow-the-money journalism.
