Nesbitt AI campaign video showing Whitmer and other top Dems getting attacked draws criticism

By: Katherine Dailey

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: June 10, 2026

Words: 846

Last Updated: 1 day, 14 hours ago


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A campaign video, generated using artificial intelligence and posted by Senate Majority Leader Aric Nesbitt in his bid for governor, has drawn criticism for promoting political violence.

The video, which was posted on Tuesday morning to Nesbitt’s campaign Facebook page, depicts AI versions of top Democrats, including Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Secretary of State and gubernatorial candidate Jocelyn Benson, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and California Gov. Gavin Newsom, being attacked— and ends showing …

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