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politics1 year ago

Election Fraud Claims Fade as Trump Secures Victory

As Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election became apparent, the surge of online claims about election fraud significantly decreased. Prior to the election, social media platforms were rife with baseless allegations of voter fraud, particularly focusing on technical issues in states like Pennsylvania. However, once Trump was declared the winner, these narratives lost momentum, highlighting how such claims are often used strategically to contest unfavorable outcomes. Despite the reduction in misinformation, some false claims persist in races yet to be decided, though they lack the intensity of the "Stop the Steal" movement from 2020.

politics1 year ago

Debunking Election 2024 Misinformation and Conspiracy Theories

CBS News' Confirmed team is actively fact-checking claims of voter fraud and election issues during the 2024 Election Day. False claims include allegations of Kamala Harris voters being bused from New York to Pennsylvania, Google manipulating search results, and non-citizens voting in Philadelphia. Additionally, technical issues like a spreadsheet error in Harris County, Texas, and a software malfunction in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, have been addressed. Officials emphasize transparency and accuracy in vote counting despite these challenges.

politics1 year ago

Russian Disinformation Fuels Fake Election Video Controversy

A pro-Trump social media influencer, known as @AlphaFox78, admitted to being paid $100 by Russian propagandist Simeon Boikov to post a fake video of Haitian immigrants voting in the US election. The video, debunked by Georgia officials, was part of a broader Russian disinformation campaign targeting the 2024 presidential election. AlphaFox, who has over 650,000 followers, claimed ignorance of Boikov's ties to Russian state media and expressed remorse for spreading misinformation. This incident highlights the role of social media influencers in disseminating foreign propaganda.

politics1 year ago

Trump's Voter Fraud Allegations Spark Investigations and Official Responses

Pennsylvania Secretary of the Commonwealth Al Schmidt, a Republican, addressed former President Donald Trump's claims of voter fraud in the upcoming 2024 election. Schmidt, responsible for overseeing elections in Pennsylvania, discussed these concerns with CNN's Anderson Cooper, emphasizing the importance of maintaining election integrity and countering misinformation.

politics1 year ago

Election Night: Predictions, Polls, and the Final Countdown

With two days until Election Day, both Republicans and Democrats express confidence in their chances, despite polls showing tight races in key swing states. Former President Trump and his allies continue to assert voter fraud claims, while Democrats focus on unity and Trump's controversies. Media coverage and its portrayal of Trump's comments have been criticized by GOP figures like Senators Tim Scott and Marco Rubio. NBC's Chuck Todd voiced concerns about the potential long-term impact of a Trump victory on political conduct.