AI-powered bot stands in for absent candidate in Virginia debate
In a groundbreaking event, artificial intelligence made its way into U.S. politics as an AI-powered chatbot stood in for a congressional candidate during a debate in Virginia. Bentley Hensel, an independent candidate for Virginia’s 8th District, introduced “DonBot,” a virtual version of his opponent, incumbent Don Beyer, who opted out of participating. This event highlighted … Read more