The Associated Press is facing backlash and potential legal liability after publishing a misleading article about Ohio Senate candidate Bernie Moreno, which included false claims about geolocation data. High-profile figures, including politicians and attorneys, are questioning the accuracy and ethics of the AP's reporting.
Key Points
AP published a misleading article about Bernie Moreno's involvement in an Adult Friend Finder account
The article falsely claimed the existence of 'geolocation data' linking Moreno to the account
High-profile conservatives and attorneys criticized the AP for inaccurate reporting
AP spokeswoman's attempts to defend the article were refuted by evidence
Cons
Potential legal liability for the Associated Press due to misleading reporting
Loss of credibility and trust from high-profile figures and the public