Fact Check: Does a real video show Captain Elena Carter refusing to salute Trump?

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Claimant: Social Media

Claim: A real video shows military Captain Elena Carter not saluting Donald Trump.

Rating: BLATANT LIE

Explanation: The video is fake and AI-generated. It does not show a real military captain named Elena Carter refusing to salute Donald Trump.

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Date: 05/19/2026

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Last Updated on May 19, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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