Maybe the BBC can learn a thing or two about fake news from Trump | John Crace

In a striking display of irony, Donald Trump has accused the BBC of being 'corrupt' while his spokesperson, Karoline Leavitt, declared it '100% fake news.' This incident underscores the complexities of media credibility in today's political landscape, where accusations of misinformation are often wielded as weapons by those who themselves have been known to propagate falsehoods. Trump's mastery of deceit is contrasted with Boris Johnson's more overtly self-aware approach to lying, suggesting a troubling trend in political discourse where truth is increasingly malleable. As the public grapples with these narratives, the implications for trust in media and political institutions become ever more significant. This event coincides with the release of John Crace's book, 'The Bonfire of the Insanities,' which further explores themes of truth and deception in contemporary politics, reflecting a broader societal concern about the erosion of factual discourse.