The Espionage Act of 1917 prohibited not only spying and interfering with the draft but also "false statements" that might impede military success.

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The Espionage Act of 1917 made it a crime to interfere with military operations, to support U.S. enemies during wartime, to promote insubordination in the military, and to interfere with military recruitment. Additionally, it prohibited "false statements" that could impede military success or promote the success of the U.S. enemies.

The Espionage Act of 1917 Prohibited Not Only Spying and Interfering