US Officials Warn of AI-Enhanced Foreign Election Interference

Senate Intelligence Committee highlights growing sophistication of disinformation campaigns by Russia, China, and Iran ahead of 2024 elections.

AI tools are making it easier to create convincing deepfakes, complicating efforts to safeguard democratic processes.
Russia remains the most active foreign threat, using state media and online influencers to undermine US institutions.
China focuses on promoting its policy positions and portraying US democracy as chaotic, without directly influencing election outcomes.
Iran is increasingly aggressive in stoking discord and undermining confidence in US democratic institutions.
US agencies are better prepared than ever but face challenges in coordinating responses to AI-generated disinformation.