The article discusses Kambree Nelson, a social media influencer and conspiracy theorist with a significant following on X, who claimed the Moon had vanished. Despite astronomical explanations regarding the Moon's visibility during its New phase, followers echoed her concerns. This phenomenon underscores the influence of social media in spreading misinformation, especially among conservative circles. The piece also critiques the legitimacy of allowing such figures into mainstream political discourse, emphasizing the potential danger of their reach and the misguided beliefs they perpetuate.
In October, conspiracy theorist Kambree Nelson claimed the Moon had vanished, sparking similar concerns from followers on social media, despite astronomical explanations for its visibility.
Nelson's claims, which suggested that the Moon was destroyed by liberal forces, resonated with her conservative following, highlighting a growing trend of misinformation on platforms like X.
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