The nation’s top bully pulpit is putting AI bullies in their place.
The intersection of artificial intelligence and political communication takes center stage as President Trump prepares to address Congress, with AI-generated deepfakes emerging as a critical concern. The guest list for the State of the Union address reflects both the administration’s accomplishments and its future policy priorities, particularly highlighting the growing impact of AI technology on public safety and personal privacy.
The big picture: President Trump’s joint session address to Congress will showcase his administration’s first six weeks while outlining upcoming initiatives, including new measures to combat AI-enabled digital manipulation.
Key details: First Lady Melania Trump’s box will host 15 guests representing various policy priorities and administrative achievements.
- Guests include a teenager victimized by AI-generated deepfakes, highlighting the administration’s focus on protecting Americans from synthetic media abuse.
- The family of a firefighter killed during a Trump rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, and relatives of slain student Laken Riley will also attend.
Policy focus: The White House is emphasizing “the renewal of the American dream” through several key initiatives.
- A proposed bill, championed by the first lady, aims to protect Americans from AI-generated deepfakes and revenge pornography.
- The administration’s agenda includes addressing border security, economic issues, and the release of wrongfully detained Americans abroad.
Behind the numbers: The 15 invited guests represent both existing policy achievements and future legislative priorities.
- Each guest’s story connects to specific administration policies or initiatives.
- The selection includes Marc Fogel, an American previously imprisoned in Russia, showcasing the administration’s efforts in securing the release of detained citizens.
What they’re saying: “These men, women, and families come from all different walks of life with incredible stories about the disaster wrought by the previous administration, and the historic achievements President Trump has already enacted,” the White House stated in an official release.
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