Navigating Misinformation in Presidential Briefings

This chapter examines the daily press briefings by the President during the coronavirus pandemic, focusing on the spread of misinformation regarding testing and treatments. Experts highlight the challenges of fact-checking real-time statements and emphasize the need for context and transparency in public communication. It contrasts the White House's approach with that of the CDC, advocating for more cohesive messaging from health officials to better inform the public.