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Supporters of Duterte’s administration have mobilized narratives branding critical journalists as "fake news," further entrenching distrust in mainstream media. The campaign extends beyond mere rhetoric; it involves coordinated online harassment aimed at silencing dissent and intimidating journalists from doing their work. As one Rappler reporter notes, the attacks date back to at least October 2016, with fake accounts being deployed to tarnish reputations and spread disinformation, only to be deleted once their job is done.