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False: In May 2023, actor Tom Hanks said he planned to use artificial-intelligence (AI) technology to keep making films after his death. About this rating In a podcast interview that aired on May 12, 2023, Hanks acknowledged the possibility of having his likeness recreated by AI and used in films; however, he did not say he would definitely use the technology to make films after his death. In full context, he was  (Source: Snopes)

False: In May 2023, former U.S. President Donald Trump endorsed a Black congressional candidate with a racial slur for his last name. About this rating In mid-May 2023, a Twitter account was created with the N-word in its handle, followed by "NV03," apparently in reference to the U.S. House of Representative's seat representing Nevada's 3rd district, which covers south Las Vegas. The person who created the acco (Source: Snopes)