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Claimant: Social Media
Claim: Following Rev. Jesse Jackson’s death, his family said they did not want former President Barack Obama at his funeral.
Rating: BLATANT LIE
Explanation: The claim originated as satire and was shared as factual content online. There is no evidence that Jackson’s family barred Barack Obama from the funeral.
Date: 02/27/2026
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Last Updated on February 27, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check