Media Bias Fact Check (MBFC) publishes daily vetted fact checks from verified IFCN-approved sources. Each claim is independently reviewed for accuracy and context.
Claimant: Ron DeSantis
Claim: CNN interviewed a thief who said they steal in New York and spend money in Florida because Florida jails criminals.
Rating: BLATANT LIE
Explanation: CNN did not interview a thief on air making this claim. The story originated from a CNN analyst recounting secondhand anecdotes from detectives, not from a direct interview or verified reporting.
Date: 01/16/2026
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Last Updated on January 16, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check