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Midterm Ad Wars: GOP Embraces AI Deepfakes While Democrats Fear Backlash

The 2026 midterm cycle marks a sharp divergence in how parties use artificial intelligence. Republicans are heavily investing in AI-generated ads, while Democrats are largely avoiding them due to fears of voter backlash. This disparity has led to a surge in deceptive content, with Republicans funding 81% of identified AI ads. The lack of federal regulation has created a chaotic environment where voters struggle to distinguish truth from fabrication, raising concerns about democratic integrity.

via The Washington Post|

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politics-and-policy6 days ago•1 min saved

Fake Polling Firm Wedgewood Admits Fabricating Data, Exposing Industry Vulnerabilities

A self-described polling firm, Wedgewood, has admitted that nearly all of its recent survey data was fabricated, marking the second major instance of fake polling this election cycle. The firm claimed the operation was a 'social experiment' to test how easily bogus data could gain traction, but industry experts argue it was a deliberate scheme to avoid negative press. Major aggregators and news outlets, including the New York Times and Nate Silver’s FiveThirtyEight, have removed Wedgewood’s data from their databases. The scandal has already impacted real campaigns, with Michigan candidate Mallory McMorrow citing fake low numbers that contributed to her campaign suspension, while Mississippi candidate Scott Colom’s team mistakenly used the fake data to claim momentum. The incident highlights growing concerns about AI tools making it easier to produce convincing fake polling results, further eroding public trust in legitimate pollsters.

via Axios|

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politics5 months ago•9 min saved

AI-driven memes reshape LA mayoral race

Fan-made AI ads portray Spencer Pratt as Batman and other heroes to boost his LA mayoral bid, underscoring how AI-generated content is changing political messaging, raising concerns about authenticity and regulation while experts say it may energize a base more than persuade undecided voters.

via Los Angeles Times|

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ai-in-politics3 years ago•3 min saved

DeSantis Campaign Under Fire for Using AI-Generated Images in Ads.

Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis shared a video on Twitter that included three fake images of former President Donald Trump and Dr. Anthony Fauci hugging, which appear to be AI-generated. The use of AI-generated imagery in political attacks is becoming more common, blurring the line between fact and fiction. The rapid improvement and deployment of generative AI is raising concerns about the spread of misleading claims and propaganda. This is not the first time AI-generated media has been used in political campaigns, and experts warn that it will become increasingly difficult to distinguish from reality.

via NPR|

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news3 years ago•2 min saved

"Senate passes bipartisan debt ceiling bill amidst top headlines"

The Senate approves a bipartisan debt deal ahead of the default deadline, while the Air Force denies claims that a military AI drone sim killed an operator. A magazine cover featuring a pregnant transgender man sparks outrage, and an expert warns that AI policy shouldn't come from "fancy, high-level" meetings. Meanwhile, AI is set to revolutionize politics in 2024, and the Senate votes to kill a $400B student loan handout, setting up a fifth veto for Biden.

via Fox News|

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