President Donald Trump is often accused of having a complete disregard for the truth. Yet some of his predecessors have also lied their fair share, ranging from bizarre to horrifying lies. From James K. Polk lying to invade Mexico, to then-presidential candidate George H.W. Bush famously promising no new taxes, click on for some of the most infamous lies American presidents have ever told.
The times American presidents lied to the nation
From secret affairs to reasons for going to war
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