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MP Under Fire for Sharing Doctored Clown Video

11/10/2025

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Robert Jenrick, a senior Conservative MP, faces accusations of violating Westminster rules by sharing doctored footage of Labour Justice Secretary David Lammy dressed as a clown.
The AI-generated video was posted on social media and allegedly breaches Parliament TV's terms.
MP Graeme Downie wrote to the Commons Speaker in a letter, calling for an investigation into AI misuse.
The case reflects broader worries about disinformation tactics ahead of future elections.

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Robert Jenrick, a senior Conservative MP, faces accusations of violating Westminster rules by sharing doctored footage of Labour Justice Secretary David Lammy dressed as a clown.
The AI-generated video was posted on social media and allegedly breaches Parliament TV's terms.
MP Graeme Downie wrote to the Commons Speaker in a letter, calling for an investigation into AI misuse.
The case reflects broader worries about disinformation tactics ahead of future elections.