AI-Powered Political Robocalls Face Legal Consequences

May 25, 2024

A Democratic operative, Steve Kramer, was indicted on 13 felony and 13 misdemeanor counts for using artificial intelligence (AI) to fake President Joe Biden’s voice in robocalls during the New Hampshire primary election. The calls aimed to dissuade Democrats from voting. The Federal Communications Commission proposed a $6 million fine against Kramer for making the robocalls, which used the spoofed number of a local political consultant. The incident raised concerns about the use of AI to interfere with elections. Kramer acknowledged responsibility for the calls in interviews and is facing state criminal charges.