Prohibit political campaigns, including PACs, from using deepfakes
A proposal would specifically ban the use of AI-generated deepfakes in political advertising and campaign content, given the particular risks they pose to democratic elections.
Arguments For & Against
Pro Argument
Deepfakes in politics could put false words in candidates' mouths or create fake scandals that spread virally before they can be corrected. By the time a correction reaches people, the damage is done. Political deepfakes further divide the country by spreading disinformation about candidates.
Con Argument
Existing laws against fraud and defamation already apply to deepfakes. A specific ban on political content raises serious First Amendment concerns and could be used to suppress legitimate political satire and commentary.
Source document: AI_Quaire_0224-1.pdf
| Type | Organization | Date | Nat | Rep | Dem | Gap | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New PPC Survey (2026) | Program for Public Consultation | February 2026 | 82% | 85% | 83% | 2% | favor |
| Deliberative Survey | Program for Public Consultation | February 2024 | 84% | 83% | 86% | 3% | favor |
Program for Public Consultation — February 2026
Prohibit political campaigns, including PACs, from using deepfakes in their campaign advertisements.
Program for Public Consultation — February 2024
Make it illegal for political campaigns, including PACs, to use deepfakes in their campaign advertisements.
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