Fact check: Examining viral narratives after the US midterm elections
As Democrats celebrate major gains, false claims about election fraud have spread.
As Democrats celebrate major gains, false claims about election fraud have spread, DW reported.
Viral posts alleging illegal voting and election rigging are intended to fuel doubt about the integrity of the vote.
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