Politics

AI in Elections: New Campaign Tactics

Updated 2026-06-16 10:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

AI-generated content is becoming a significant factor in American elections, with campaign ads featuring AI clips and images. Brad Smith of Microsoft urges caution against panic.

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