Coronavirus.gov is rated Least biased with High factual reporting by Media Bias Fact Check.
LEAST BIASED
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- Overall, we rate Coronavirus.gov Least Biased based on sourcing information from the CDC and HHS. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing to credible authorities and minimizing President Trump’s false statements regarding Coronavirus treatment and containment.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: High Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in 2020, Coronavirus.gov is a website created by the CDC, HHS, and the White House to disseminate information regarding the Coronavirus.
Read our profile on the United States media and government.
Funded by / Ownership
Coronavirus.gov is owned and funded by the United States Government.
Analysis / Bias
In review, the website provides news about Coronavirus (Covid-19) from an official Government perspective. For example, they link to the CDC for a list of symptoms and protocols to follow. They also provide a “Latest News” section that links to the CDC and HHS for up-to-minute updates on the nature of the virus.
Failed Fact Checks
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Overall, we rate Coronavirus.gov Least Biased based on sourcing information from the CDC and HHS. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing to credible authorities and minimizing President Trump’s false statements regarding Coronavirus treatment and containment. (D. Van Zandt 3/22/2020) Updated (05/26/2042)
Source: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/
Last Updated on August 14, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check
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