🕵️ Fact Check – What Is Verified
A prominent fact‐checking piece from Lead Stories specifically investigated this claim and found the story appeared on clickbait / fake news sites. The headlines were emotionally polarizing and sensational, but no reliable source confirmed any of the assertions. Searches of credible news outlets, NASCAR statements, and statements from Earnhardt Jr. turned up nothing that backs up the ban, or any disciplinary action involving his pit crew related to the Kirk incident.
⚠️ What This Story Claims
Here are the main claims being circulated:
A spectator at Utah Valley University celebrated the death of Charlie Kirk. That person was allegedly a member of Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s pit crew. Dale Earnhardt Jr. discovered this and responded by issuing a lifetime ban for the person. Also that neither he nor his family will ever attend his races (or be anywhere near races he is part of). The story is being spread via social media posts and unverified sources.
❓ Why It’s Very Likely False
The story lacks any trace in reputable news outlets or statements from Earnhardt Jr. or NASCAR. A real action like a lifetime ban would almost certainly be reported in mainstream motorsports media. The claim surfaced via social media and clickbait websites, where fact‐checking organizations found signs of AI-generated content or exaggerated narratives. No confirmation from NASCAR, the team in question, or Earnhardt Jr.’s camp has been found.
📝 What You Should Do If You See This Kind of Claim
Always check fact‐check sites (Lead Stories, Snopes, AP, etc.) to see if a claim has been debunked. Look for statements from credible sources: NASCAR, Dale Earnhardt Jr. himself, or major sports news outlets. Be skeptical of sensationalist social media posts that give dramatic “breaking news” with little to no evidence.
