ACT Labor Party withdraws misleading abortion ad, facing potential fines under Electoral Act.
The ACT Labor Party withdrew an election ad criticized by the ACT Electoral Commission for being "inaccurate and misleading." The ad targeted Liberal's Leanne Castley over her abortion stance, misrepresenting her response. Following the commission's ruling, the Labor Party amended the ad to clarify her position. The 2021 Electoral Act imposes fines for false political advertising, with penalties up to AUD 8,000 for individuals and AUD 40,500 for corporations.
October 18, 2024
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