This is interesting:

https://twitter.com/SamWangPhD/status/1176625613194575873?s=20

Absolutely critical. Cognitive science research shows that repeating a lie reinforces it, *even if you are trying to debunk the lie.*

Instead, lead with a true statement, then give details as needed.

The research:
https://www.nytimes.com/2008/06/29/opinion/29iht-edwang.1.14069662.html