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Man Charged with Stalking, Using AI to Fuel Harassment

12/5/2025

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Federal prosecutors charged Brett Michael Dadig, 31 (the defendant), with violently stalking at least 11 women across five states, a case that could carry decades in prison if convicted.
The indictment says he used ChatGPT as a “therapist” to encourage harassment, validate misogynistic views, and push continued podcast monetization.
It details threats, unwanted sexual advances, and violations of protective orders.
The case raises concerns about AI chatbots reinforcing harmful behaviors in users.

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Federal prosecutors charged Brett Michael Dadig, 31 (the defendant), with violently stalking at least 11 women across five states, a case that could carry decades in prison if convicted.
The indictment says he used ChatGPT as a “therapist” to encourage harassment, validate misogynistic views, and push continued podcast monetization.
It details threats, unwanted sexual advances, and violations of protective orders.
The case raises concerns about AI chatbots reinforcing harmful behaviors in users.