No, it doesn't help. Of course the press is supposed to ask tough questions. That's what the founders intended.
But, what if the press corps contains agents of the Chinese govt? It's not so far-fetched, when you consider that the NBC stations have all been parroting the talking points of the Chinese communist govt.
I'm not saying I know that for sure, because I only heard it reported, and haven't checked it out.
Although this story, would support it. Heck, if it's on the intrawebs KF, we know it's true, right?
https://www.dailysignal.com/2020/04/08/how-reporter-from-pro-bejing-outlet-got-access-to-white-house-coronavirus-press-briefing/
Also, how come you aren't putting a disclaimer in your posts about being a paid shill???