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If a police officer pulls you over in Missouri or Illinois, do you have to give them your phone?

Donald Trump

No, Trump’s New York hush money case was not dismissed

A judge indefinitely postponed Trump’s sentencing and allowed his legal team to file a motion for dismissal. But the conviction wasn’t overturned.
Health

Yes, some black plastics in kitchen utensils, toys are made from recycled electronics

Items made from black plastics, like spatulas, toys and take-out containers, may contain harmful chemicals from recycled electronics. We VERIFY data on health risks.
Health

Some black plastic items are made from recycled electronics

Items made from black plastics, like spatulas, toys and take-out containers, may contain harmful chemicals from recycled electronics. We VERIFY data on health risks.
Donald Trump

What we can VERIFY about Trump’s plan to use the military to support mass deportations

With a governor’s approval, the National Guard can detain individuals, but the other military branches can only offer logistical support for immigration enforcement.
Donald Trump

What we can VERIFY about Trump’s plan to use the military to support mass deportations

Presidents can deploy the military for immigration enforcement. The National Guard can sometimes be used to detain, while active-duty soldiers can’t.
Recalls

Yes, there is a ground beef recall, but not for beef sold at grocery stores

The ground beef, which was distributed to restaurants nationwide, is being recalled for potential E. coli contamination.
Social Security

No, the president cannot change Social Security

VERIFY readers asked if the president can change Social Security. Its tax rate and benefits are set by law, so it would take an act of Congress to change them.
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If a police officer pulls you over in Missouri or Illinois, do you have to give them your phone?

At least 20 people accused officers of stealing nude photos from their phones during traffic stops. Here's how to prevent the same thing from happening again.
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VERIFY: Should drivers give their phones to police during traffic stops?

At least 20 people accused officers of stealing nude photos from their phones during traffic stops. Here's how to prevent the same thing from happening again.
Elections

No, Matt Gaetz is not guaranteed to get his House seat back after withdrawing from AG consideration

Matt Gaetz resigned from Congress, leaving his House seat open. Here's why he can't automatically get it back after bowing out as Trump's attorney general pick.
Medicare

What we can VERIFY about Medicare Advantage plans and how to avoid scams

Many readers have asked us about ads that tout extra benefits for people on Medicare Advantage plans. Here’s what you need to know about how the plans actually work.

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'Second Chance' summit gives St. Louis residents a fresh start ahead of 2025

St. Louis forecast: Warm and breezy Sunday

Historic dry stretch continues to close out October

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If a police officer pulls you over in Missouri or Illinois, do you have to give them your phone?

No, Trump’s New York hush money case was not dismissed

Yes, some black plastics in kitchen utensils, toys are made from recycled electronics

Some black plastic items are made from recycled electronics

What we can VERIFY about Trump’s plan to use the military to support mass deportations

What we can VERIFY about Trump’s plan to use the military to support mass deportations

Yes, there is a ground beef recall, but not for beef sold at grocery stores

No, the president cannot change Social Security

If a police officer pulls you over in Missouri or Illinois, do you have to give them your phone?

VERIFY: Should drivers give their phones to police during traffic stops?

No, Matt Gaetz is not guaranteed to get his House seat back after withdrawing from AG consideration

What we can VERIFY about Medicare Advantage plans and how to avoid scams

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