misinformation
On cable talk shows, Biden administration officials stuck to their message about the risks posed by misinformation on social media.
The homeopathic doctor allegedly gave patients fake vaccination cards with a Moderna lot number listed on them.
“Modern technology companies have enabled misinformation to poison our information environment with little accountability,” Dr. Vivek Murthy said.
The CDC's VAERS system tracks deaths that happen after vaccination regardless of whether the vaccine had any role to play. It is often cited by anti-vaxxers.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
During a congressional hearing on extremism and misinformation, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg said former President Donald Trump “should be responsible” for inciting the deadly Capitol riot.
"De-platforming" of misinformation "superspreaders" has had a huge impact.
The singer tweeted that “Facebook is going to be responsible for thousands of deaths if they don’t take action now!”
The platform is still algorithmically promoting anti-vaccine falsehoods and conspiracy theories as the coronavirus death toll soars.
Murdoch claims he's encouraging people to get the shot, but his Fox News hosts are pushing anti-vaccine talking points on air.
The White House coronavirus response coordinator urged Americans to stay vigilant and follow public health guidelines.