MBFC's Daily Vetted Fact Checks for 04/24/2026

Media Bias Fact Check selects and publishes fact checks from around the world. We only utilize fact-checkers that are either a signatory of the International Fact-Checking Network (IFCN) or have been verified as credible by MBFC. Further, we review each fact check for accuracy before publishing. We fact-check the fact-checkers and let you know their bias. When appropriate, we explain the rating and/or offer our own rating if we disagree with the fact-checker. (D. Van Zandt)

Claim Codes: Red = Fact Check on a Right Claim, Blue = Fact Check on a Left Claim, Black = Not Political/Conspiracy/Pseudoscience/Other

Fact Checker bias rating Codes: Red = Right-Leaning, Green = Least Biased, Blue = Left-Leaning, Black = Unrated by MBFC

FALSE	Claim by Donald Trump (R): The U.S. became the world’s top oil and gas producer because of his leadership. FactCheck.org rating: False (The U.S. became the top producer of petroleum and natural gas years before Trump’s presidency due to earlier technological advances.) FactChecking Trump’s Prime-Time Address on Iran’ Donald Trump Rating
BLATANT LIE	Claim via Social Media: Trump really posted that Israel is “a far more important ally than the American people.” Lead Stories rating: False (Trump never said this.) Fact Check: FAKE Donald Trump Truth Social Post Claims Israel Is ‘A Far More Important Ally Than The American People’
MOSTLY FALSE	Claim by Joe Rogan: “With one dose of ibogaine, more than 80% of people are free of (opioid) addiction. With two doses, it’s more than 90%.” PolitiFact rating: Mostly False (Ibogaine may reduce withdrawal symptoms short-term, but studies show long-term opioid cessation rates are far lower—generally between 23% and 55%—not the 80–90% claimed.) Fact Check Link Joe Rogan Rating
BLATANT LIE	Claim via Social Media: In April 2026, the Transportation Security Administration announced a “clear bag” policy that would require all carry-on luggage to be transparent. Snopes rating: False (Labeled Satire) Did TSA announce ‘clear bag’ policy? Don’t be fooled
FALSE	(International: Russia): Claim by TASS: Zelensky is listed as a child trafficker in the Epstein Files Lead Stories rating: False (Not in the files.) Fact Check: TASS Report FALSELY Claims Zelensky Is Child Trafficker In Epstein Files TASS Rating

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