US fact-checkers launch collaboration debunking deceptive 2026 midterm ads and election disinformation

Poynter · last updated August 20, 2026 – 6:40 AM

A newsletter aimed at media, content creators and election observers will analyze messages and trends in midterm elections and voting

American fact-checking organizations are joining forces ahead of the 2026 midterm elections in a major collaboration: a joint newsletter that shares findings with media professionals, content creators and election observers. The newsletter will highlight common findings and identify election-year information trends across the United States.

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