US Navy Denies Attacking Clarence Thomas’ Yacht in Venezuela
In a story that sounds more like a conspiracy thriller than reality, the US Navy has firmly denied claims that it targeted Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’ luxury yacht near Venezuelan waters. Viral social media posts alleged a US warship “mistakenly” fired on Thomas’ boat during a patrol, but officials confirm the rumor is entirely false.
How Did This Rumor Start?
The unsubstantiated claim appeared on a fringe forum, alleging Justice Thomas’ yacht, The Liberty, was ambushed by the US Navy in Venezuelan waters. No credible sources backed the post, yet it snowballed into a full-blown conspiracy, with some suggesting political motives behind the supposed attack.
The US Navy swiftly debunked the story. A Pentagon spokesperson stated:
“There is no truth to these reports. The Navy did not engage any private vessel belonging to Justice Thomas or others in the region.”
The Navy emphasized its Venezuela operations focus on counter-narcotics—not targeting private yachts.
Clarence Thomas’ Yacht Controversies Explained
While the Navy’s denial should settle the matter, the rumor has reignited scrutiny over Thomas’ luxury assets. Recent reports revealed undisclosed gifts from wealthy GOP donors, including private jet trips and superyacht vacations.
Thomas defended these as “personal hospitality,” but ethics watchdogs argue they create conflicts of interest. Though The Liberty has been a focus, there’s no evidence it was near Venezuela during the alleged incident.
Why Venezuela? Geopolitics & Misinformation
Venezuela’s tense relations with the US made it a ripe setting for misinformation. Some tried linking the fake story to broader US-Venezuela hostilities, but experts dismiss this as pure fiction.
Geopolitical analyst Dr. Anita Roy explains:
“Venezuela is a flashpoint for rumors, but this claim has zero evidence. It’s fabrication designed to stir chaos.”
The Danger of Viral Fake News
The hashtag #NavyVsThomas trended on X (formerly Twitter), fueling baseless theories about government plots. Fact-checkers confirmed the story as false, but the rapid spread highlights how misinformation outpaces truth online.
Final Verdict: No Attack, Just Fiction
- No naval strike occurred.
- Thomas’ yacht wasn’t near Venezuela.
- The story is 100% false.
This serves as another warning: verify before sharing. Justice Thomas’ office hasn’t commented, but the Navy’s response is clear—this was pure internet fiction.
— NextMinuteNews
