A new study shows that Latinos who rely on Spanish-language social media for news are significantly more likely to believe false political narratives than those who consume English-language content. The research—published in PNAS Nexus and led by political scientists at the University of California San Diego and New York University—highlights growing concerns over misinformation targeting Spanish-speaking communities in the United States.
Survey demonstrates impact of misinformation on Spanish-language social media platforms
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