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Trump signs law against deepfake pornography

President Trump has enacted the Take It Down Act to combat deepfake images.

May 19, 2025 at 09:41 PM

President Donald Trump signs into law Ted Cruz’s bill targeting deepfake nudes

The new law aims to protect victims of deepfake pornography and penalize offenders.

Trump signs bill to combat deepfake pornography

President Donald Trump signed into law new legislation targeting deepfake pornography. The law, known as the Take It Down Act, responds to the case of 14-year-old Elliston Berry, who was a victim of nonconsensual deepfake images created by a classmate. The act criminalizes the publication of such images with penalties of up to two years for adult offenders and up to three years for those involving minors. It requires tech platforms to remove offending content within 48 hours of a report by the victim. Although supported by bipartisan lawmakers, some digital rights groups worry about the risk of false reporting under the new law.

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New law targets deepfake pornography

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Penalties include prison time for offenders

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Tech platforms must act swiftly to remove images

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Concerns exist about potential false reporting

"We will not tolerate online sexual exploitation."

Trump emphasized the importance of the law in preventing digital exploitation of victims.

"We drafted the Take It Down Act because of what happened to Elliston."

Cruz explained the motivation behind the law, citing Elliston's experience as a catalyst.

"Now we look to the FTC and the private sector to do their part."

Melania Trump highlighted ongoing efforts needed to implement the law effectively.

"Congress needs to do much more to protect kids online."

Cruz called for further actions to ensure children's safety in digital spaces.

This legislation is a significant step towards addressing the misuse of AI technology and protecting victims from deepfake harassment. It highlights a growing recognition of the dangers posed by digital content creation tools. As online harassment becomes more sophisticated, the law aims to ensure that platforms act swiftly to remove harmful content. However, the concerns regarding potential misuse of the law underscore the need for careful consideration of its enforcement.