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House Passes Take It Down Act to Combat Non-Consensual Intimate Imagery

The bipartisan bill, championed by First Lady Melania Trump, now awaits President Trump's signature to become law.

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First lady Melania Trump and others speak during a roundtable discussion on the "Take It Down Act,” legislation aimed at criminalizing AI-generated deepfake pornography.
WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 04: First Lady Melania Trump and deepfake victim Elliston Berry attend President Donald Trump's address to a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on March 04, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Kayla Bartkowski/Getty Images)

Overview

  • The Take It Down Act passed the House in a 409-2 vote, following unanimous Senate approval in February 2025.
  • The legislation criminalizes the creation and distribution of non-consensual intimate imagery, including AI-generated deepfake pornography, and mandates removal within 48 hours of victim notification.
  • First Lady Melania Trump played a key role in advocating for the bill, hosting a roundtable with lawmakers, survivors, and advocates to highlight its importance.
  • Critics, including digital rights groups, warn the law’s broad takedown requirements could lead to over-censorship and threaten encrypted communications.
  • President Trump has confirmed he will promptly sign the bill, which imposes fines, imprisonment, and restitution for violations, with stricter penalties for offenses involving minors.