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Judge Blocks Montana’s AI Ad Ban | Butte News
A federal judge has blocked Montana’s new law banning AI-generated political ads, ruling it likely violates free speech. The law, targeting deepfakes and deceptive imagery like fake Republicans with pride flags, faced legal challenge from a PAC that used AI in its messaging. With penalties up to $1,000, the judge found the law too broad and potentially chilling legitimate political expression — citing Supreme Court precedent. While the injunction is temporary, it’s a major win for AI users in politics and underscores the tension between regulating misinformation and protecting First Amendment…
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