In this new reality, where facts are suspect and million-dollar payouts are apparently just a day’s work for journalists, nothing seems too far-fetched. One blogger even suggested that Soros had orchestrated the entire debate format, ensuring that candidates would be fact-checked only when it suited his “globalist agenda.”

Of course, the more likely explanation—that Muir and Davis were simply doing their jobs as journalists—was quickly dismissed. “It’s never that simple,” wrote one conspiracy theorist. “There’s always a deeper agenda. Always follow the money.”

As the conspiracy spreads, and Muir and Davis settle into their new roles as “Soros’ million-dollar moderators,” the question remains: will the truth ever regain its place in public discourse, or has fact-checking now become synonymous with corruption in the eyes of the public?

In the world of leaked reports, shadowy figures, and million-dollar accusations, it seems that truth has taken a backseat to sensationalism. Whether or not Muir and Davis were ever on Soros’ payroll (spoiler alert: they weren’t), the damage is done. The internet is convinced, and no amount of fact-checking will change that.

As one user tweeted, “In 2024, you either die a journalist or live long enough to see yourself become a Soros puppet.”

And with that, the modern political circus marches on—facts, as always, optional.