So, under the whomod standard, it isn't just McCain's judgement that's suspect.
Well, actually the fact that the McCain team "fell for it" may have something to do with the fact that they helped spread the story even as the police were still investigating and had no proof of the event ever happening.
Then they lied and said it was the police and not them who released that story to the press.
What a disgraceful way to end McCain's political career.