Fake news sources can attack mainstream sources, accusing them of bias, and reducing people's trust in them. This pushes citizens to fringe news outlets, which can expose them to even more fake news, worsening the problem. Fake news sources can also provide cynical, scandal-obsessed articles that erode people's trust. Exposure to fake news can erode political trust as well. This can affect political participation, by making citizens more likely to vote for certain candidates or to not vote at all.