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Shanmugapriya Murugesan specializes in fact-checking. She covers a wide range of subjects, including US politics, international affairs, entertainment, celebrity death rumors, and misinformation surrounding breaking news. Her fact-driven writing is audience-focused, turning viral internet claims into clear and accessible fact-checking stories. She emphasizes accuracy and depth while making complicated subjects easy for readers to understand. She also has experience in content marketing and SEO.
Latest From Shanmugapriya Murugesan
Fact Check: Is China running secret migrant pipeline into US?
Noem acknowledged that officials had not ‘necessarily’ found direct links to the Chinese government
Fact Check: Did US Park Police arrest two Antifa operatives for dumping algae in Reflecting Pool?
The post claimed the suspects caused millions in damages and could face up to 10 years in prison as investigators probed the alleged plot
Fact Check: Did the UFC ban Josh Hokit from fighting after he called Michelle Obama 'a man'?
Critics condemned Josh Hokit's remark as transphobic and linked it to longstanding conspiracy theories about the former first lady
Fact Check: Is AOC under federal investigation over her alleged $22 million net worth?
As per a viral post, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez refused to cooperate with federal auditors, saying, 'I have the same right to privacy as everyone else'
Fact Check: Is California's US attorney investigating Newsom and Adam Schiff for election fraud?
The post alleged that Gavin Newsom and Adam Schiff helped undocumented immigrants register to vote to influence California elections
Fact Check: Did Dana White rule out another White House UFC event over costs?
A viral post claimed Dana White said the UFC could not afford another White House event, sparking debate over the event's reported costs
Fact Check: Is Michelle Obama suing Josh Hokit for calling her a 'man'?
During a post-fight interview at UFC Freedom 250, Josh Hokit shouted, 'Michelle Obama is a man. Am I right, America?'
Fact Check: Did the US secretly transfer $300 million to Iran?
Reports suggest the fund would be an international investment effort backed mainly by Gulf states
Fact Check: Did US Marines and soldiers salute UFC fighter at White House?
A video reportedly shows US Marines and soldiers saluting a UFC fighter
Fact Check: Did Trump claim JD Vance is trying to force him out of office?
'The relationship between Donald Trump and JD Vance has never been more strained or icy,' a viral post claims
Fact Check: Did protesters form an 'EPSTEIN' banner on Trump's birthday demanding release of files?
The image appeared to show protesters forming 'Epstein' inside a folder labeled 'Trump,' with 'Files to Trials' written beside it
Fact Check: Was Daniel Cormier banned by UFC over alleged leaked DMs with Eric Trump?
Viral posts now allege that Daniel Cormier was banned and replaced by Paul Felder following the leaked DMs controversy
Fact Check: Did White House announce Iran peace deal with white smoke?
The post gained attention as the United States and Iran continued negotiations over a possible agreement
Fact Check: Did Bill Pulte propose cutting the FBI's workforce by 50 percent?
A viral post frames Bill Pulte's alleged proposal as a move to combat 'deep state' abuse and mass surveillance of Americans
Fact Check: Is Trump's claim Democrats jail people for fixing their own vehicles true?
Trump appears to have been referring to the pardon he granted to Troy Lake
Fact Check: Is the viral photo of Bad Bunny dining with Pope Leo real?
The image has been circulating on social media following reports that Pope Leo met Bad Bunny in Madrid
Fact Check: Is the viral image of Trump talking to pale-skinned figures real?
The image shows Trump positioned between the white-haired figures on the White House grounds
Fact Check: Did Trump say he has a special plan for anyone scoring against Team USA?
The post claims Trump issued a warning to players facing Team USA
Fact Check: Did Susan Collins side with Trump on 95% of Senate votes in 2025?
A Democratic challenger questioned Collins' bipartisan image, pointing to her voting record during Trump's second term
Fact Check: Did Jennifer Lopez donate $4.5M in aid to Palestinians?
Jennifer Lopez donated $4.5 million to provide meals and medical aid to Palestinians