Creator of Fake Biden Call Faces Million-Dollar Fine
FCC Seeks $6 Million Fine for Fake Biden Campaign Call Creator The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is aiming to impose a significant $6 million fine on a political consultant responsible for creating and distributing a fake election campaign call that featured a convincing voice impersonation of President Joe Biden. This automated call targeted voters in New Hampshire, urging them to refrain from participating in the Democratic Party's primary election. Incident Details The misleading robocall, sent out in January, was designed to appear as if it came from a Democratic political committee by using falsified sender information. While robocalls are a common tool in US election campaigns, the deceptive nature of this call has led to severe repercussions. In addition, the FCC is looking to fine a telecommunications provider involved in distributing these calls $2 million. However, these fines have not been finalized, as the accused parties will be given an opportunity...