Former prosecutor pursued by Trump calls for crackdown on election lies: ‘Lying can be held to account’
Andrew Weissmann, a former federal prosecutor, advocates for new legislation to hold politicians accountable for lies that undermine democracy. He emphasizes the need for structural reforms in the U.S. political system to address the current challenges. Weissmann's proposals include a Truth in Elections Act to combat election deceit while respecting free speech rights.
- ▪Andrew Weissmann argues for accountability of politicians whose lies damage democracy.
- ▪He proposes a Truth in Elections Act based on existing laws to combat election deceit.
- ▪Weissmann highlights examples from other countries that have successfully addressed election lies.
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Andrew Weissmann says the US must be ‘as creative as possible’ and introduce sweeping structural reforms if the country escapes its current ‘mess’. Photograph: Nina Westervelt/Variety via Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenAndrew Weissmann says the US must be ‘as creative as possible’ and introduce sweeping structural reforms if the country escapes its current ‘mess’. Photograph: Nina Westervelt/Variety via Getty ImagesUS politicsFormer prosecutor pursued by Trump calls for crackdown on election lies: ‘Lying can be held to account’Andrew Weissmann argues for new law to hold political liars like US president accountable for harming democracyMartin PengellySun 24 May 2026 07.00 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GooglePoliticians must be held accountable if their lies damage democracy,…
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