Social media networks have struggled to contain the spread of misinformation as conspiracy theories continue to saturate the internet. Recently a number of conspiracy theorists have posed as journalists online in an effort to further peddle false narratives to the public. Helen Lewis, a staff writer at The Atlantic, joined CBSN to discuss the implications.
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How conspiracy theorists "hijack" journalism to spread misinformation (Video)
DescriptionSocial media networks have struggled to contain the spread of misinformation as conspiracy theories continue to saturate the internet. Recently a number of conspiracy theorists have posed as journalists online in an effort to further peddle false narratives to the public. Helen Lewis, a staff writer at The Atlantic, joined CBSN to discuss the implications.