You said it. Also note. Liberal, Progressives, Democrats lie because it comes natural to them and they can’t help it.
Even ordinary folks lie. How much more those with a distinct wicked agenda.
A person who lies to you IS NOT YOUR FRIEND.
If he is compelled to lie to you
that shows he is regarding you as an adversary, an opponent.
At that point the action for you is
to KNOW he is NOT you friend and treat him accordingly.