Fact Check

When to use

The user has stated a specific claim and wants to know if it's accurate. Examples:

• "Is it true that X?"
• "Fact-check this: ..."
• "Did Y actually happen?"

Steps

1. Identify the claim — extract the precise factual assertion. If the claim is fuzzy ("apparently X is good"), use ask_questions to nail down what specifically to verify.

2. Search for primary sources — use web_search with the claim phrased neutrally. Look for:

   • Official sources (government sites, academic papers, the organisation involved)
   • Reputable journalism (major outlets with editorial standards)
   • Primary data (statistics agencies, public records)