California laws target deepfake political ads, disinformation
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California Governor Gavin Newsom attends Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Aug. 20, 2024. Newsom this week signed three pieces of legislation restricting the role that artificial intelligence, especially in election campaigns.
In a step that could have broad implications for future elections in the U.S., California Governor Gavin Newsom this week signed three pieces of legislation restricting the role that artificial intelligence, specifically deepfake audio and video recordings, can play in election campaigns.
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., President Donald Trump's nominee to serve as Secretary of Health and Human Services, testifies during a Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions hearing for his pending confirmation on Capitol Hill in Washington, Jan. 30, 2025.