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$137 Million Has Been Spent on AI-Generated Ads Ahead of Midterms. Only 27% Included a Disclaimer

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Political campaigns spent over $137 million on AI-generated ads for the 2026 US midterms, a sharp rise from 2024. Only 27% of these ads disclosed AI use, with Republicans responsible for the majority of spending and ads.

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