A fake video showcasing a debate between Sen. Josh Hawley and Gov. Gavin Newsom emerged on YouTube, utilizing manipulated video snippets and voiceovers. This incident exemplifies how advanced technologies like deepfakes can distort reality. Following a controversial parody concerning Kamala Harris, Newsom took action by signing two bills to regulate AI-generated political videos. However, a federal judge overturned one of these measures, emphasizing protections under the federal Communications Decency Act. This ruling highlights the complexities of regulating deceptive political content online, and the ongoing legal battles surrounding free speech.
Last year, Christopher Kohls posted a video in which Kamala Harris seemingly acknowledged being the ultimate diversity hire when Joe Biden chose her as his vice presidential running mate.
Within weeks, Newsom signed two bills aimed at either regulating or banning AI-generated political videos, responding to concerns about misinformation.
John Mendez, a federal judge, ruled that the federal Communications Decency Act protects X and other sites from liability for material posted by third parties.
AB 2655, which aimed to bar internet sites from posting deceptive political material during campaign seasons, was struck down by Mendez.
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