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Why PolitiFact has labeled 2025 the 'Year of the Lies'

Why PolitiFact has labeled 2025 the 'Year of the Lies'

Summary

PolitiFact has called 2025 the "Year of the Lies" after examining statements made by politicians. Katie Sanders, PolitiFact's Editor-in-Chief, spoke about this with Lisa Desjardins.

Key Facts

  • PolitiFact has been naming a "Lie of the Year" for the past 15 years.
  • In 2025, they decided to label the entire year as the "Year of the Lies".
  • The reason for this label is the number of misleading statements by politicians.
  • Katie Sanders is the Editor-in-Chief of PolitiFact.
  • Lisa Desjardins discussed this topic with Katie Sanders.
  • The discussion included some disturbing images.

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