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Iranian Embassy Pushes Conspiracy Leavitt Resigned Over Air Force One Ruse - Forbes

Iranian Embassy Pushes Conspiracy Leavitt Resigned Over Air Force One Ruse - Forbes

An Iranian embassy just pushed a bizarre online rumor, claiming White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt resigned this week because President Trump supposedly left her on a "decoy" Air Force One.

This story reads like pure fiction, yet it came from an official government account, not some anonymous online forum. Forbes quickly reported that Leavitt was likely never aboard any such flight, making the entire narrative baseless. This incident reveals how easily outlandish stories can take hold, spreading globally and clouding factual reporting. Such claims, no matter how ridiculous, often gain traction before they are debunked.

For us here in Lubbock, driving down Quaker Avenue or heading to Buddy Holly Hall, this national news serves as a potent example of how misinformation travels. It means discerning fact from fiction now requires extra effort, even when dealing with what appear to be authoritative international bodies. What was once fringe chatter now finds powerful amplifiers, making critical thinking a priority for everyone.

Its truly something when a diplomatic body circulates stories youd expect from a parody account.

Common questions

What false claim did the Iranian Embassy spread?

The Iranian Embassy claimed White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt resigned because President Trump supposedly left her on a 'decoy' Air Force One in Turkey. They alleged Trump then escaped in a 'food truck' after betraying her.

Is Karoline Leavitt's resignation claim true?

No, Karoline Leavitt did not resign, and the entire narrative is baseless. Forbes quickly reported she was likely never aboard any such flight. The Iranian Embassy's claims are pure fiction, despite coming from an official government account.

Where did the Iranian Embassy post this rumor?

The Iranian Embassy in South Africa posted this baseless rumor on X, formerly known as Twitter. They publicly praised her supposed departure, despite having zero evidence for their claims about her resignation or abandonment.

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