Researchers have tracked approximately $80 million in spending on nearly 170 distinct political advertisements utilizing artificial intelligence during the 2026 U.S. midterm election cycle. This marks the first election where AI-generated political ads are a regular feature on television…
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AI Deepfakes Proliferate in US Election CampaignsArtificial intelligence-generated deepfakes have become a prominent feature in contemporary US election campaigns, moving beyond theoretical warnings to practical, often juvenile, applications in political discourse. This trend is particularly evident in recent primary elections, where AI-driven content is being used…