Conspiracy theory
Coverage of Conspiracy theory in the Nexus archive.
- Fact check: Is the government dropping ticks on farms?
The article confirms that the government is not dropping ticks on farms, but a conspiracy theory suggesting this has spread in the U.S. and Canada. The claim is false and has been debunked.
- Russian spy orchestrated arson attacks on PM - then started wild conspiracy theory that it was revenge by two Ukrainian rent boys
A Russian spy orchestrated arson attacks on a Prime Minister and later promoted a conspiracy theory blaming two Ukrainian rent boys. The incident highlights alleged cross-border tensions and misinformation.
- Bloody cage match on White House lawn marks Trump’s 80th birthday
President Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday with a bloody mixed martial arts event on the White House South Lawn, featuring fighter jet flyovers, a live military band, and fireworks. The event also included the airing of a conspiracy theory about a former individual.
- Colorado elections clerk set to be released from prison Monday based on her sentence commutation
Tina Peters, a Colorado elections clerk, is set to be released from prison after her nine-year sentence was commuted by Gov. Jared Polis under pressure from President Donald Trump. Peters was convicted for a scheme involving copying her county's election system and promoting false claims of election fraud, which led to criticism from the Colorado Secretary of State.
- Fox News guest Robert Harward sparks wild conspiracy theory over latest TV appearance
Retired Navy Vice Adm. Robert Harward appeared on Fox News' 'America’s Newsroom' to discuss the ongoing war with Iran, sparking a conspiracy theory during his brief segment with hosts Bill Hemmer and Dana Perino.
- Trump asked about conspiracy theory that shooting was staged
President Trump was questioned about conspiracy theories suggesting the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner was staged. The Justice Department is collecting evidence while online speculation persists.
- Conspiracy theory over UFOs and missing scientists spreads from web to White House
A conspiracy theory linking the disappearances and deaths of 11 U.S. scientists (connected to space, defense, and nuclear research) to a nefarious plot involving China or UFOs has gained traction online and in rightwing media, prompting congressional inquiries and questions from Donald Trump. The theory's spread highlights concerns over national security and unexplained phenomena.
- Trump lived by the conspiracy theory — now he pays the price
The article discusses U.S. President Donald Trump experiencing the consequences of being on the losing side of a conspiracy theory, highlighting his previous promotion of such theories and the current backlash he faces.
- Financier shocks CNN panel by sharing shock conspiracy theory about Pope Leo and Obama: 'Connect the dots'
A financier shocked a CNN panel by sharing a conspiracy theory linking Pope Leo and Obama, suggesting they are connected through 'connect the dots'.