Fact Check: Did Central American migrants bring screwworm into the U.S. on their pets or bodies?

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Claimant: Roger Marshall (R)

Claim: Migrants from Central America brought screwworm into the U.S. on their pets or bodies.

Rating: FALSE

Explanation: Experts said there is no data showing migrants spread screwworm in a meaningful way. Human cases are rare, and although illicit livestock movement may have contributed, it does not explain the outbreak’s origin.

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Date: 07/06/2026

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Last Updated on July 6, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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