What the Fallacy?!
Burden of Proof
The Definition
Saying that the burden of proof lies not with the politician making the claim, but with the opposition to disprove it.
The Explanation
The burden of proof lies with the person making the accusation or claim. Inability to disprove a wild political claim doesn't make it true.
Political Example
The Senator claimed that his rival was secretly a foreign spy. When journalists asked for evidence, he replied, 'It's up to her to prove that she isn't!'