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Elon Musk Accused of Spreading Lies Over Doctored Kamala Harris Video

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Staff Editor Published July 29, 2024
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Manipulated Video Sparks Controversy and Legal Concerns

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and owner of the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), is facing accusations of spreading manipulated content after reposting a doctored campaign video of U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris. The altered video, which has been viewed 128 million times, features a fake Harris voiceover claiming she was selected for her role because she is “the ultimate diversity hire” and stating that criticism of her is both sexist and racist. Musk shared the video with the caption “this is amazing” and a laughing emoji, without indicating that it was a parody.

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Manipulated Video Sparks Controversy and Legal ConcernsElon Musk- Reactions and CriticismLegal and Ethical ImplicationsBroader Impact

Elon Musk- Reactions and Criticism

The manipulated video, originally posted by the conservative YouTuber Chris Kohls’ account @MrReaganUSA and labeled as a parody, has drawn significant backlash. Democratic Senator Amy Klobuchar accused Musk of violating X’s guidelines, which prohibit sharing manipulated media that could deceive or confuse people. Harris’s campaign spokesperson condemned the video as “fake, manipulated lies,” contrasting it with the real values Vice President Harris promotes.

Legal and Ethical Implications

Kamala Harris Campaign Ad PARODY pic.twitter.com/5lBxvyTZ3o

— Mr Reagan 🇺🇸 (@MrReaganUSA) July 26, 2024

California Governor Gavin Newsom weighed in, asserting that such manipulated videos should be illegal and indicating his intention to sign legislation banning “materially deceptive” election deepfakes. Elon Musk responded by defending the legality of parody in the U.S. The incident underscores the power of generative AI and deepfakes, with experts like Hany Farid from the University of California, Berkeley, noting the enhanced impact of the video due to the convincingly AI-generated voice.

Broader Impact

The controversy highlights ongoing issues with deepfake technology and its potential to mislead the public, especially during sensitive election periods. The debate over legal regulations and platform policies on synthetic media continues to intensify as technology advances.

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