Election Official Sues Gubernatorial Candidate Over False Fraud Claims and Ensuing Threats
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Lake repeatedly spread unsubstantiated claims of election fraud against Richer, despite courts finding no evidence.
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Richer sued Lake for defamation over false allegations he inserted 300k invalid ballots.
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Lake's claims provoked death threats against Richer, forcing him to increase security.
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Lawsuit is now moving to discovery and potential trial if no settlement.
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Settlement would likely require Lake to admit she lied and pay a substantial sum.