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Online conspiracy fever persists as Utah court details Kirk case contrary to theories
national1 hour ago

Online conspiracy fever persists as Utah court details Kirk case contrary to theories

Prosecutors in a Utah preliminary hearing presented surveillance footage, DNA results, and text confessions as they laid out the case against Charlie Kirk’s alleged killer. Yet online right-wing figures—notably Candace Owens—continue pushing conspiracy theories about Kirk’s death, sparking anger among friends and threats toward Kirk’s widow while highlighting the challenge of debunking misinformation in the online ecosystem.

via The Washington Post|
#candace-owens-media-personality#charlie-kirk-newsmaker#conspiracy-theories
Chao Returns from China as McConnell Hospitalization Sparks Theories
politics22 hours ago

Chao Returns from China as McConnell Hospitalization Sparks Theories

Elaine Chao returned to the U.S. from China after Mitch McConnell was hospitalized on June 14; a spokesperson says her long-planned trip to support philanthropic work was not motivated by McConnell’s health, though it fueled online conspiracy theories, and a Chinese embassy photo circulated. It’s unclear if she has been in contact with McConnell since returning, and she had left for China on June 12, two days before his hospitalization.

via USA Today|
#china-trip#conspiracy-theories#elaine-chao
Grievances and online conspiracies fed the foiled UFC White House plot
investigations13 days ago

Grievances and online conspiracies fed the foiled UFC White House plot

Eight men were arrested in a failed plan to attack a UFC event at the White House. Investigators say the scheme was fueled by a mishmash of grievances—centered on Jeffrey Epstein, billionaires, and various online conspiracy theories—leading the Missouri man described as “running the show.” The plan never materialized beyond online rants and social media posts.

via NBC News|
#arrests#conspiracy-theories#epstein
UFO enthusiasts crave a real disclosure day, but split over Trump’s handling
style22 days ago

UFO enthusiasts crave a real disclosure day, but split over Trump’s handling

Some UAP believers are buoyed by a new wave of government attention and pop culture, like aliens.gov and Pentagon files, but many are frustrated by how the Trump administration is steering disclosure, arguing secrecy persists. The community watches for transparency from advocates such as Jeremy Corbell and David Grusch, and notes how Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day” fiction and media coverage influence public perception, all while seeking official acknowledgment and trustworthy information from the government.

via The Washington Post|
#classified-information#conspiracy-theories#donald-trump
Utah data-center protests spark foreign-influence claims from O’Leary and Burgum
technology1 month ago

Utah data-center protests spark foreign-influence claims from O’Leary and Burgum

Utah residents protested a 40,000-acre data center backed by billionaire Kevin O’Leary, with O’Leary and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum framing the demonstrations as driven by Chinese-backed propaganda; The Washington Post notes the evidence for foreign influence is scant and frames the debate around broader concerns about AI, data centers, and their societal impact.

via The Washington Post|
#conspiracy-theories#data-centers#national-security
Quarter of Americans doubt White House correspondents’ dinner shooting was real
politics2 months ago

Quarter of Americans doubt White House correspondents’ dinner shooting was real

A NewsGuard survey finds about 24% of Americans believe the April shooting at the White House correspondents’ dinner was staged, with Democrats and younger adults more likely to doubt its authenticity, highlighting the spread of conspiracy theories and growing distrust in government and media; an indicted suspect faces charges related to the incident.

via The Washington Post|
#assassination-attempts#conspiracy-theories#donald-trump
Jets as Doom Signals: Tracking the Ultra-Rich's Escape
economy2 months ago

Jets as Doom Signals: Tracking the Ultra-Rich's Escape

Los Angeles artist Kyle McDonald created an Apocalypse Early Warning System by tracking private jets worldwide; if a large number of jets flee city centers, transporting their likely affluent passengers to bunkers and resorts, it could serve as a warning sign of a looming disaster, a provocative critique of wealth inequality and surveillance of the ultra-rich.

via The Washington Post|
#air-travel#billionaires#conspiracy-theories
Judge releases Epstein suicide note, reviving doubts about his death
us-politics-and-policy2 months ago

Judge releases Epstein suicide note, reviving doubts about his death

A US federal judge released a handwritten suicide note purportedly written by Jeffrey Epstein, allegedly found by his former cellmate during a 2019 suicide attempt, in which Epstein hints at ending his life amid a probe. The New York City medical examiner ruled Epstein’s death a suicide by hanging in a Manhattan jail, though conspiracies persist. The disclosure comes as DOJ document releases reveal Epstein’s ties to powerful figures, fueling political controversy in the US ahead of midterm elections.

via Financial Times|
#conspiracy-theories#jeffrey-epstein#medical-examiner
Pennsylvania Court Orders Release of 2020 Election Records to DHS-Linked Activist
politics2 months ago

Pennsylvania Court Orders Release of 2020 Election Records to DHS-Linked Activist

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled Lycoming County must turn over 2020 voting records to Heather Honey, a DHS official and election-skeptic activist, saying public access lets citizens check the math and verify reported votes; Honey has pushed false fraud claims and led anti-voting groups, but the court said disclosure complies with voter secrecy laws.

via Democracy Docket|
#2020-election#conspiracy-theories#election-integrity
Dinner Shooting Sparks Cross‑Partisan Conspiracy Frenzy in a Polarized Era
politics2 months ago

Dinner Shooting Sparks Cross‑Partisan Conspiracy Frenzy in a Polarized Era

An armed man tried to breach the White House correspondents’ dinner where Trump would speak; conspiracy theories quickly spread that the event was staged, a reflection of deep distrust and polarization in politics and media. Experts say conspiracy narratives flourish when truth is unclear and audiences are distrustful, with figures on both sides amplifying claims. The president and allied commentators tied the incident to security concerns, while some right-wing voices floated apocalyptic or staged-attack theories, underscoring the risk of political violence and the challenge of separating fact from rumor.

via The Guardian|
#conspiracy-theories#media-trust#misinformation
WHCD attack sparks conspiracy chatter as reporters chase facts
politics2 months ago

WHCD attack sparks conspiracy chatter as reporters chase facts

After a gunman attempted to storm the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, social media spiraled with conspiracy theories that the attack was staged, while journalists on-site worked to establish facts and White House aides urged getting the truth out quickly; commentators linked the event to a broader distrust in government, noting past incidents like the 2024 Thomas Crooks case (DOJ said the shooter acted alone) and prompting questions from some media and political figures about official narratives.

via CNN|
#conspiracy-theories#misinformation#politics