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September 30, 2026

Ted Cruz Blocks Marsha Blackburn's AI Deepfakes Bill

  • Sen. Ted Cruz blocked Sen. Marsha Blackburn's NO FAKES Act aimed at regulating AI deepfakes.
  • Cruz cited free speech concerns, questioning the bill's implications for parody and political content.
  • Blackburn argues the bill protects creators and targets illegal online activities.
  • The disagreement highlights ongoing tensions between the two Republican senators over AI legislation.

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