Associated Press Admits Lack of 'Geolocation Data' in Bernie Moreno Smear Piece

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
The Associated Press admitted they do not have 'geolocation data' to back up their smear piece about Ohio Senate candidate Bernie Moreno, despite previous claims. The AP stands by the story but has not corrected it. Moreno's team provided evidence that the account in question was created as a prank by an intern. Top Republicans are supporting Moreno. The AP faced criticism for publishing fake news and calls for a retraction.

Key Points

  • The AP does not have 'geolocation data' to support their original claims
  • Moreno's team provided evidence that the account was created as a prank
  • Top Republicans are supporting Moreno in the wake of this controversy

Pros

  • Clears up misinformation surrounding the 'geolocation data' claim in the original AP story
  • Highlights the importance of fact-checking and accuracy in journalism

Cons

  • Raises concerns about the credibility of the original AP story
  • Potential implications for the reputation of the Associated Press