Fact check: We're some kind of suicide squad

1. Summary of the results

The statement "We're some kind of suicide squad" appears to be a reference to a well-established concept in both films and comics. The Suicide Squad is confirmed to be a team of supervillains and criminals assembled by the government (specifically by Amanda Waller) for high-risk missions ^[1]. The concept exists in multiple forms of media, including two major films (2016 and a later iteration) ^[2], and an original comic book series that ran from 1987 to 1992 ^[3].

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

The original statement lacks several crucial pieces of context:

• The team members have explosive devices implanted to ensure compliance ^[1], making it not just a voluntary association
• The concept originated in DC Comics and has been continuously active, with a new series "Suicide Squad: Dream Team" launching in March 2024 ^[4]
• The original comic book series ran for 66 issues and featured specific characters like Rick Flag, Deadshot, and Captain Boomerang ^[3]
• While the 2016 film was commercially successful, it faced critical challenges ^[5]

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

The simple statement potentially misleads by:

• Not acknowledging that "Suicide Squad" is a broader concept that can refer to multiple iterations and versions across different media ^[6]
• Omitting the fact that this is a government-sanctioned program specifically designed to use expendable criminals for dangerous missions ^[7]

Several entities benefit from this narrative:

• DC Comics and Warner Bros. benefit financially from the continued popularity of the franchise
• The ongoing publication of new material ^[4] suggests there's still significant commercial interest in the concept
• Film producers and studios benefit from the franchise's commercial success despite critical reception ^[5]