AI-powered bot stands in for absent candidate in Virginia debate
United States congressional candidate for Virginia Bentley Hensel used an AI chatbot, “DonBot,” in place of opponent Don Beyer in a debate, highlighting AI’s increasing role in politics.
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United States congressional candidate for Virginia Bentley Hensel used an AI chatbot, “DonBot,” in place of opponent Don Beyer in a debate, highlighting AI’s increasing role in politics.
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