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Yes, the CDC makes unsolicited phone calls

After receiving two calls from a number claiming to be with the CDC, Linda asked if she was being scammed. Here’s how we VERIFIED that the calls were legit.
No, the ‘Waffle House Index’ is not an official FEMA policy

During extreme weather, some people rely on whether Waffle House is open to determine the severity of the storm. But it’s not an official government measurement.

Yes, the proposed debt ceiling deal requires student loan payments to restart

Several VERIFY readers asked what the proposed debt ceiling deal means for their student loan payments. Here’s what borrowers need to know.
No, Facebook ads for bathroom remodel grants are not legit

Common online ads seem to promise discounted or free home repairs, but don’t lead to legitimate offers. We VERIFIED what to look out for.
No, asylum seekers aren’t required to receive routine vaccinations at the U.S. border

Asylum seekers do not receive vaccinations against diseases like polio, smallpox or chickenpox when they arrive at the U.S. border.

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VERIFY

Yes, the CDC makes unsolicited phone calls

No, the ‘Waffle House Index’ is not an official FEMA policy

Yes, the proposed debt ceiling deal requires student loan payments to restart

No, Facebook ads for bathroom remodel grants are not legit

No, asylum seekers aren’t required to receive routine vaccinations at the U.S. border

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Yes, Pride Month began as a protest against police brutality

DeSantis’ claim that there hasn’t been a ‘single book banned in Florida’ isn’t true

Yes, Zoom class action settlement payment emails are real

No, Chick-fil-A’s vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion is not a new hire

Yes, you should wait about 30 minutes to brush your teeth after consuming acidic foods or drinks

Yes, eligible TurboTax users will get checks from a class action settlement

No, bubbles don’t keep mosquitoes away

No, Puerto Ricans don’t need a passport to travel to the U.S.

Yes, the average forgiven PPP loan is far more than $20,000 student loan relief

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