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Elections

VERIFYING claims from the second Republican presidential primary debate

Shutdown

Yes, you are still responsible for paying your student loans during a government shutdown

Student loan repayments will resume in October — and interest will continue to accrue — even if the federal government shuts down.
National

What we can VERIFY about ‘Drano bombs’

We’ve received several questions referring to online warnings about Drano bombs and the dangers of the homemade explosives. Here’s what we know.
Shutdown

Yes, retired federal workers would still be paid during a government shutdown

Several VERIFY readers have asked if federal retirees would get their pensions during a government shutdown. Here’s what we found.
Environment

There’s no evidence that windmills are responsible for killing whales

Former President Donald Trump recently claimed that “windmills are causing whales to die” in record numbers, but there’s no scientific evidence to support that.
Politics

No evidence offshore wind farms and windmills kill whales

Former President Donald Trump recently claimed that “windmills are causing whales to die” in record numbers, but there’s no scientific evidence to support that.
Shutdown

Yes, veterans will still get disability, pension benefits during government shutdown

While much of the government will run out of funding without a new budget, several veterans programs are still funded for another year.
Shutdown

During a shutdown, veterans will still continue to get their benefits

While much of the government will run out of funding without a new budget, several veterans programs are still funded for another year.
Shutdown

What’s open and closed during a government shutdown: 8 Fast Facts

Will airports and post offices remain open? What about national parks? We VERIFY what you need to know during a government shutdown.
Shutdown

No, a government shutdown would not stop or delay Social Security payments

Several VERIFY readers asked if they’ll still receive their Social Security checks in the event of a government shutdown. Here’s what we found.
Shutdown

Yes, food stamps could run out during a government shutdown

The USDA predicts that SNAP and WIC benefits in some areas could run out in as little as a few days if the government shuts down.
Shutdown

Who gets paid during a government shutdown: VERIFY Fact Sheet

Do members of Congress and the president get paid during a shutdown? What about other federal workers? VERIFY answers 5 top questions.