US campaigns spent $137M+ on 220 AI-generated ads; ~70% undisclosed
US candidates and PACs, mostly tied to Republicans, spent over $137M on 220 AI-generated campaign ads in 2026. About 70% of the 220 videos did not disclose AI use, according to the New York Times.
- Over $137M spent on 220 AI-generated campaign ads in the US
- About 70% of the videos did not disclose AI use
- Republicans used AI content more often than Democrats
- Ads range from subtle edits to convincing deepfakes
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