I think you missed the point: the OP problem is that trusted source of information, even highly credentialled and respected, have shown some disturbing sign tha

I think you missed the point: the OP problem is that trusted source of information, even highly credentialled and respected, have shown some disturbing sign that they may not be fully honest or reliable. That's the great tragedy of this pandemic: it has destroyed trust in institutions, by showcasing a few disturbing things.