allegation

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“This allegation is entirely false and fabricated,” chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said in a statement after the Financial Times report was released.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

To support the unfounded allegation, they circulated screenshots on social media showing results from JustDone.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

The White House quickly responded to Leo, rejecting the allegation that illegal immigrants were being treated inhumanely.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 21, 2026

Spacey said the allegation was "ridiculous and it never happened".

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

In fact, nationwide, most women on death row are awaiting execution for a family crime involving an allegation of child abuse or domestic violence involving a male partner.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson