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Claimant: Social Media
Claim: Sen. Tommy Tuberville said that many airline pilots, flight attendants and air traffic controllers are part of the “furry community.”
Rating: TRUE
Explanation: Tuberville made the remarks during a Sept. 22, 2026, speech on the U.S. Senate floor. Video from C-SPAN matches the social media clip showing him saying that many pilots, flight attendants and air traffic controllers are part of the “furry community.”
Date: 09/28/2026
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Last Updated on September 28, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check