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FCC considers allowing more political robocalls before midterms, including those created with AI

The FCC is evaluating a proposal that could permit increased political robocalls, including those featuring artificial intelligence-generated content, ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. This move follows ongoing debates regarding the regulation of automated communications and the potential for deceptive practices during campaign cycles. If approved, the policy would adjust existing restrictions on how political entities utilize automated dialing and synthetic media to reach voters.

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