Deepfake Audio of President Biden Used in Voter Suppression Attempt Linked to Texas Company

An AI-generated cloned audio message, falsely representing President Joe Biden to dissuade Democrats from voting in New Hampshire’s primary, has been linked to Life Corporation, owned by Walter Monk, in Texas. The Attorney General, John Formella, announced that the deepfake, utilizing Biden’s catchphrase and urging voters to abstain, is under investigation for voter suppression and potential legal violations.

This incident underscores the growing concern over AI’s role in electoral interference. The FCC has responded by suspending the service provider’s operations and pushing for legislative changes to outlaw AI voice-cloned robocalls, signaling a proactive stance against evolving digital threats to democracy.