The Married Scientists Torn Apart by a Covid Bioweapon Theory
The New York Times • 12/9/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
In 2020, a Chinese virologist fled to the United States with the support of allies of President Trump, promoting unproven theories about the origins of Covid-19, according to The New York Times. Her husband is still searching for her.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
38 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
The New York Times
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
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Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 38 days - proven survivor
Stories gain Lindy status through source reputation, network consensus, and time survival.
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