The AI attack-ad nightmare is coming true
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AI-generated political ads have become widespread in the 2026 US midterm elections, with $137 million spent on 220 such ads, mostly by Republicans. These ads include deepfakes depicting candidates in fabricated scenarios, raising concerns about truth and regulation. While some states require disclosures or ban certain uses, no federal law currently governs AI-generated political ads.
