The Dutch government is considering new legal powers to combat fake news due to national security threats, as stated by Home Affairs Minister Judith Uitermark. The new measures will not be ready for the upcoming elections on October 29, but the government will explore existing legal frameworks. Uitermark emphasized the resilience of the multi-party system against fake news but acknowledged the need for vigilance. The context includes lessons from NATO summit organization and ongoing investigations into foreign disinformation in elections.