Fact Check: "Farenthold launched a radio show after leaving Congress."
What We Know
Blake Farenthold, a former U.S. Representative from Texas, resigned from Congress in April 2018 amid allegations of sexual harassment and misuse of public funds to settle a lawsuit related to those allegations (Wikipedia, Washington Post). Prior to his political career, Farenthold co-hosted a conservative talk-radio program called "Lago in the Morning" in Corpus Christi, Texas (Wikipedia). After his resignation, he returned to a local radio talk show, but it is important to note that he did not launch a new radio show; rather, he resumed participation in an existing program (Washington Post, CBS News).
Analysis
The claim that "Farenthold launched a radio show after leaving Congress" is misleading. While it is true that Farenthold returned to radio after his congressional career, he did not create a new show but instead went back to an existing local talk show (Washington Post). This distinction is crucial because "launching" implies the creation of something new, whereas returning to a previously established program does not fit that definition.
The sources used to verify this information are credible. The Wikipedia entry on Farenthold provides a comprehensive overview of his career, including his prior involvement in radio. The Washington Post article confirms that he returned to a local radio talk show, which further supports the assertion that he did not launch a new program. Other sources, such as CBS News, corroborate these details, emphasizing that he resumed his role in radio rather than starting a new venture.
Conclusion
The claim that "Farenthold launched a radio show after leaving Congress" is False. While he did return to a local radio talk show, he did not create a new show. This misrepresentation of his actions could lead to misunderstandings about his post-congressional career.
