Political observers have been troubled by the rise of online misinformation—a concern that has grown as we approach Election Day. However, while the spread of fake news may pose threats, a new study finds that its influence is not universal. Rather, users with extreme political views are more likely than others are to both encounter and believe false news.
Online misinformation most likely to be believed by ideological extremists, study shows
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