In one AI-generated ad for gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman, a made-up drug dealer, an undocumented immigrant and an energy CEO profess their support for his opponent, Democratic incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul. In another AI-generated ad, a fake Hochul says her administration raised taxes for “programs that matter, like free healthcare for sex workers.” Blakeman, the Republican Nassau County executive, has joined a nationwide wave of politicians, including President Donald Trump, who are embracing often-outlandish AI-generated campaign ads. Read the full story in the link in bio. (Photo credit: Newsday Illustration) . . . #longisland #liny #nassau #politics #bruceblakeman #kathyhochul