Verdict with Ted Cruz Take It Down Passed to STOP Deepfake & Revenge Porn plus Maryland Man AUDIO Shows Wife Beating & Human Trafficking
May 2, 2025
Legislation to combat revenge porn and deepfakes is gaining traction, with bipartisan support moving it to the president's desk. A gripping personal story highlights its urgency, stemming from a young girl's harrowing experience. Meanwhile, a Maryland man's audio evidence brings to light his violent past connected to human trafficking. Investigations reveal shocking misuse of government funds, including extravagant spending by the Department of Education. Insights from Elon Musk's DOGE team underscore the need for transparency in government.
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Deepfake Victim's Inspiring Story
- A Texas girl named Elliston Berry was victimized by a classmate using AI to create deep fake naked images of her.
- She and her mother reached out to Senator Ted Cruz, inspiring legislation to combat this growing problem.
Federal Crimes & Takedown Mandate
- Posting non-consensual intimate images, including deepfakes, is now a federal felony that includes jail time.
- Technology platforms must remove such content within 48 hours of notification, backed by legal obligation.
Notify Platforms To Remove Content
- Victims or their representatives should notify tech platforms to initiate takedown of non-consensual intimate images.
- This triggers the notice and takedown mechanism modeled after existing copyright laws to ensure quick removal.