President Joe Biden and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton are set to speak at the Democratic National Convention, with USA TODAY fact-checking their claims. New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, another speaker, has been the target of misinformation. Biden’s decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race raised concerns about his age and mental acuity, with some speculating about his health. Despite his assertions that he is healthy, questions have persisted. The fact-check team at USA TODAY has debunked claims related to Biden’s exit. The president’s endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee and his decision to pass the torch to a new generation have been highlights of the convention. Supporters of Donald Trump have spread false information about Biden’s health, with some even suggesting he had died, but these claims have been debunked. USA TODAY has signed the International Fact-Checking Network’s commitment to nonpartisanship and transparency, and receives support from Meta for their fact-checking work. You can subscribe to their print edition, ad-free app, or e-newspaper to support their journalism.
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