Websites pretending to be local news are boosting Democratic candidates

In a surprising twist, unknown websites masquerading as local news are subtly boosting Democratic candidates in key U.S. House races. These sites are cleverly designed to blend in with genuine local news, and they've caught the attention of AI-driven responses like those from ChatGPT, which are sharing their content. Meanwhile, Google's algorithms seem to be more cautious, avoiding the promotion of these dubious sources. This maneuver highlights a potential new strategy in political campaigning, raising questions about the influence of AI and the spread of misinformation in the digital age.