Survey Reveals Partisan Divide in Confidence Over Identifying AI Deepfakes

New research highlights that Republicans feel less capable than Democrats in distinguishing real content from AI-generated media.

45% of Republicans lack confidence in spotting deepfakes, compared to 35% of Democrats.
Both parties overwhelmingly support clearer labeling of AI-generated content by public figures.
76% of respondents believe social media companies should do more to combat false images.
The survey was prompted by controversies involving AI-manipulated images of Taylor Swift and political figures.
A quarter of voters expressed disappointment with former President Trump for sharing fake images.