The Record · weekly wrap-up
The Week in Grades
Jul 13–19, 2026 · 92 reports fact-checked
Every week Clad wraps up what its fact-checks found: the best- and worst-graded coverage, the claims most disputed by the evidence, and the stories that were covered heavily from one side. This is the same review the Sunday newsletter carries — kept here for the record.
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Most disputed claims
They called the entire British public racist
Criticism targeted tabloids for inciting racism; not framed as applying to the whole public in primary interviews. Read the full report →
Company shares have risen 57% so far this year
Market data shows YTD gains of approximately 39-45% Read the full report →
Suella Braverman, as Home Secretary, will outline steps to deport a Rochdale grooming gang ringleader.
Braverman defected to Reform UK in January 2026 and is not serving as Home Secretary. Read the full report →
Mike Rogers is a corporate shill who made $14 million he can't explain after retiring to Florida
PolitiFact found no record Rogers worked as a registered lobbyist or received $14 million from pharma or corporations. Read the full report →