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No, the speaker of the House does not have to be from the majority party

The speaker of the House can technically be anybody – as long as they are nominated and receive a majority of votes by House members.
VERIFYING claims about the lack of a jury at former President Trump's fraud trial in New York

Trump's legal team did not request a jury for his fraud trial in New York. But even if they had, it wouldn't have guaranteed a jury.

5 Fast Facts about the speaker of the House

On Oct. 3, the House of Representatives ousted Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) as speaker. Here’s what we can VERIFY about the leadership position.
No, the Oct. 4 emergency alert test won’t damage devices

FEMA's nationwide emergency alert test is not new nor does it force devices to connect with or send information to the government.
Yes, house flies can 'wake up' in the spring after staying dormant during cold weather

Have you been startled by a house fly who appeared to come back from the dead? Here’s what we can VERIFY about how long they can survive inside a home.

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VERIFY

No, the speaker of the House does not have to be from the majority party

VERIFYING claims about the lack of a jury at former President Trump's fraud trial in New York

5 Fast Facts about the speaker of the House

No, the Oct. 4 emergency alert test won’t damage devices

Yes, house flies can 'wake up' in the spring after staying dormant during cold weather

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No, a viral photo doesn't show Ukraine surrendering

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Driver’s licenses and IDs don’t allow undocumented immigrants to vote in federal elections

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Yes, there is an Ozempic shortage

Mayo Clinic didn’t ‘quietly’ update its website to say hydroxychloroquine can treat COVID-19

Yes, Calif. Gov. Gavin Newsom can fill Feinstein’s seat with an interim appointment

Yes, food stamps could run out during a government shutdown

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