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California's Deepfake Laws Blocked by Federal Judge's Ruling
9/4/2025
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- California Governor Gavin Newsom signed two bills aimed at regulating deceptive election content and deepfakes.
- A federal judge deemed these laws unconstitutional, citing violations of free speech and undue disclaimers on satire.
- This ruling represents a legal challenge for Newsom amid ongoing criticism of his approach to constitutional rights.
