Published 07/23/2024 4:11:40 p.m.

GOP senator falls for sexually explicit Jimmy Carter death hoax

News of former President Jimmy Carter's death circulating on X is not true, as reported on Tuesday.
Laura Loomer, a political activist, originally posted the false announcement, leading to widespread misinformation.
Many users retweeted the post without verifying its accuracy, prompting X to add warnings about incorrect information.

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GOP senator falls for sexually explicit Jimmy Carter death hoax

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