Claim: Breaking News: The United States has finally revealed when it will release the Sierra Leone MCC Compact. Sierra Leone set to receive another $ 400 M from the US.
Verdict: FALSE
Context: The claim suggests that the United States has announced a specific release date for the Sierra Leone MCC Compact funds, implying imminent disbursement. However, the claim misinterprets the situation.
The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) has indeed taken a step towards initiating negotiations for a Millennium Challenge Compact with Sierra Leone. This involves notifying the US Congress of their intent, a standard procedure known as a Congressional Notification. However, no specific date has been announced for the release of funds.
Evidence: The claim lacks concrete evidence to support the assertion of a specific release date for the Sierra Leone MCC Compact funds. Instead, it appears to be based on misunderstanding or misrepresentation of the MCC's actions. The official correspondence from the MCC to the US Congress serves as evidence of the corporation's intent to negotiate a Compact with Sierra Leone, rather than a confirmation of fund release.
Conclusion: The claim circulating regarding the release date of the Sierra Leone MCC Compact funds is false. While the MCC has initiated steps towards negotiating a Compact with Sierra Leone, no specific date for the release of funds has been announced.
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