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Reported deepfake videos depict candidate Rebecca Cooke in 3rd Congressional Race
Deepfake videos reportedly depicting candidate Rebecca Cooke, an opponent in the 3rd Congressional Race, have raised ethical questions regarding the use of AI in elections.
Incident date Date unknownFirst reported Sep 8, 2026Verification reported
According to a WSAW report, deepfake videos have emerged that depict Rebecca Cooke, who is an opponent of Rep. Van Orden in the 3rd Congressional Race. The use of AI in election campaigns, specifically these deepfake videos, has prompted discussions about ethical implications.
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