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Congress can’t charge someone with a crime

Government

Congress can’t charge someone with a crime

Government

No, Congress can’t charge people with crimes

Congress can conduct investigations, but whether to actually prosecute is up to the Department of Justice.
Government

Respect for Marriage Act doesn’t revoke tax-exempt status for churches against same-sex marriage

The Respect for Marriage Act explicitly says the IRS cannot revoke churches’ tax-exempt status if they don’t allow same-sex marriages, contrary to online claims.
National

No, the Respect for Marriage Act doesn’t legalize same-sex marriage in all 50 states

The Respect for Marriage Act ensures marriage is recognized federally, regardless of sex, race or ethnicity. Here is what the law does and doesn’t do.
Travel

Yes, TSA can mandate masks on planes and trains after legal challenge

The Supreme Court let a ruling stand that gives the TSA authority to require mask-wearing on planes, trains and other forms of public transportation.
Education

Yes, University of Idaho told staff they could be fired and charged for promoting abortion, contraception

The University of Idaho is urging staff members to “remain neutral” in discussions about abortion and avoid promoting contraception in response to state laws.
Government

States with restrictions or bans on abortion, or those that are expected to enact them, don't guarantee paid leave for all residents

The VERIFY team fact checks a viral meme comparing the impact state abortion bans could have on paid family leave.
Government

No, state abortion bans are not considered forced pregnancy, an international crime against humanity

Are state abortion bans considered forced pregnancy, an international crime against humanity? The VERIFY team confirms this is false.
Health

Ye, Pharmacists can legally refuse to fill prescriptions

Patients have reported pharmacists refusing to fill prescriptions because their drugs could be used for abortions. We explain what obligations pharmacists have.
Health

Yes, methotrexate, which can end a pregnancy, is also used to treat certain diseases

Medical organizations are reporting that some patients can’t access methotrexate in states with abortion bans. The drug is used to treat serious health conditions.
Health

Yes, pharmacists can legally refuse to fill a prescription

Patients have reported pharmacists refusing to fill prescriptions because their drugs could be used for abortions. We explain what obligations pharmacists have.
Crime

Yes, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, others were arrested at abortion rights protest

Some people on social media claimed Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez was pretending to be arrested because she wasn’t handcuffed. That's not true.

'This is a game changer for us': Mother who lost her son weighs in as $21M heads to Louisville to improve road safety

JCPS superintendent proposes changes to school start times, addresses bus delay

February begins with a dry and sunnier pattern!

February begins with a dry and sunnier pattern!

Louisville's Leading Local News: Weather, Traffic, Sports and more | Louisville, Kentucky | WHAS11.com

Congress can’t charge someone with a crime

No, Congress can’t charge people with crimes

Respect for Marriage Act doesn’t revoke tax-exempt status for churches against same-sex marriage

No, the Respect for Marriage Act doesn’t legalize same-sex marriage in all 50 states

Yes, TSA can mandate masks on planes and trains after legal challenge

Yes, University of Idaho told staff they could be fired and charged for promoting abortion, contraception

States with restrictions or bans on abortion, or those that are expected to enact them, don't guarantee paid leave for all residents

No, state abortion bans are not considered forced pregnancy, an international crime against humanity

Ye, Pharmacists can legally refuse to fill prescriptions

Yes, methotrexate, which can end a pregnancy, is also used to treat certain diseases

Yes, pharmacists can legally refuse to fill a prescription

Yes, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, others were arrested at abortion rights protest

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