Fake news” was actual false news: stories that were blatantly made up, written and shared by people in the US who were economically or politically motivated. Or, in some cases, by Macedonians seeking a paycheck. While the motives may vary, the product is the same: fictional stories.
This statement was particularly interesting because it makes one think what the true motive of creating false news truly is? As stated, for some it may be a paycheck but there must be a deeper reason and unfortunately we may never know that answer.