The Red Herring Fallacy

The Red Herring fallacy occurs when someone introduces an irrelevant topic or distraction to divert attention away from the main issue being discussed. This tactic shifts the focus, making it difficult to address the original point effectively. It often appears in debates or arguments to mislead or evade criticism by redirecting the conversation. Recognizing this fallacy helps maintain focus on the core issue without being sidetracked by unrelated information or false leads.