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politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Arizona Secretary of State Considers Challenging Hobbs in Governor Race

Arizona's Secretary of State, Adrian Fontes, is considering a primary challenge against Governor Katie Hobbs, reflecting internal Democratic Party tensions following disappointing 2024 election results. Fontes, encouraged by some Democrats who view Hobbs as politically vulnerable, has not yet decided on running. Hobbs, who narrowly defeated a Republican opponent in 2022, faces criticism for her campaign strategies and handling of Latino voter concerns, though she retains significant support from party leaders and a majority approval rating among Arizonans.

via POLITICO|

#2024-elections #adrian-fontes #arizona

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Arizona Secretary of State Warns of AI Misinformation and Domestic Terrorism Threats

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes used a deepfake of himself to warn voters about the dangers of AI-generated misinformation ahead of the 2024 election. The video, shared on Meet the Press, aimed to demonstrate how convincing AI content can be and to stress the importance of being vigilant against such threats. Fontes emphasized the need for election officials and the public to be aware of AI's potential to amplify misinformation and disinformation.

via The Independent|

#adrian-fontes #ai #deepfake

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Arizona Secretary of State Labels Threats to Election Officials as 'Domestic Terrorism'

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes has labeled threats against U.S. election officials as "domestic terrorism," emphasizing the need for increased security and legal action. A Brennan Center for Justice report found that 38% of local election officials have faced threats, and the DOJ is actively prosecuting such cases to ensure safety and integrity in upcoming elections.

via CNBC|

#adrian-fontes #domestic-terrorism #election-security