Political Campaigns Manipulate Google Ads by Altering News Headlines

Both Republican and Democratic campaigns have used the tactic, raising ethical concerns and calls for clearer guidelines.

Rep. Lance Gooden has demanded answers from Google regarding manipulated headlines in Harris campaign ads.
The Harris campaign's altered headlines give the false impression of endorsements from major news outlets.
Google defends the practice as legal, but critics argue it misleads voters and damages media credibility.
The practice has been used by multiple campaigns across the political spectrum, not just Harris's.
News organizations are seeking more control over the use of their content in political ads.