California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter is facing renewed criticism after her viral CBS interview led to a surge of AI-generated videos circulating on social media. Some of the fake clips depict Porter in fabricated confrontations, while others play on past allegations. Experts from the Poynter Institute warn that such content spreads quickly because it’s visual and emotional. They urge voters to question the source and authenticity of political videos online, especially as AI technology evolves ahead of the election.
Katie Porter faces wave of AI-generated videos after viral CBS interview

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