Chamber of Progress says FCC should exclude online platforms from AI disclosures in political ads

The tech sector Chamber of Progress says the Federal Communications Commission lacks authority to hit online platforms with disclosure requirements for artificial intelligence in political advertising, pushing back on a major Democratic political action committee’s argument that the FCC should expand the reach of its AI proposal beyond broadcasters.

“While transparency in political advertising is essential, the proposed rule should focus on traditional broadcasters and not extend to online platforms. The FCC should respect the boundaries of its regulatory authority...