Reporter warns Rep. Gianforte not to lie about 2017 attack

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — An attorney for a reporter assaulted by U.S. Rep. Greg Gianforte has sent a cease-and-desist letter warning the Montana Republican not to lie about the attack as he campaigns for re-election.
Thursday’s letter from Guardian reporter Ben Jacobs’ attorney, Geoffrey Genth, threatens to cancel an agreement not to sue Gianforte if the congressman misleads voters about the assault or their settlement.
Gianforte spokesman Travis Hall didn’t immediately respo