Trixie Cruz-Angeles struggles to define 'fake news'

Social media personality and former press secretary Trixie Cruz-Angeles struggled to define 'fake news' during the House tri-committee hearing on disinformation held on Friday, March 21.

Cruz-Angeles argued that some fake news reports are time-bound, suggesting that information deemed false now could become true in the future, citing Galileo's heliocentrism as an example.

She emphasized the need for a clear definition of fake news to avoid misinterpretations and questioned whether clickbait, sarcasm, or jokes should be classified as fake news.

Cruz-Angeles highlighted that defining what constitutes wrong behavior is crucial before implementing regulations, adhering to basic legal principles.

Congressmen grilled social media personalities about unverified claims they make online during the hearing, with Representative Romeo Acop seeking Cruz-Angeles' personal understanding of fake news.

The former press secretary acknowledged the government's efforts to address misinformation but stressed the importance of clear definitions and guidelines before proposing any legislation.