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Jack White Slams Rep. Burchett Over Deepfake Video

12/30/2025

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Jack White criticized Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.) for sharing a deepfake AI video of him posted by the MAGA Response account.
The video features a distorted version of White's voice making false statements.
White condemned the current political climate and said leaders like Burchett and U.S. President Donald Trump lack class and dignity.
He called for more honorable leadership in the future and lamented the state of American democracy.

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Story summary

Jack White criticized Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.) for sharing a deepfake AI video of him posted by the MAGA Response account.
The video features a distorted version of White's voice making false statements.
White condemned the current political climate and said leaders like Burchett and U.S. President Donald Trump lack class and dignity.
He called for more honorable leadership in the future and lamented the state of American democracy.