First Lady Melania Trump used her first major public appearance to call for stronger protections against online abuse, advocating for legislation targeting deepfake and revenge pornography while criticizing Democrats for their absence at the discussion.
What Happened: Speaking at a Capitol Hill roundtable on Monday, Trump reaffirmed her commitment to online safety through her revived “Be Best” initiative, calling on lawmakers to pass the “TAKE IT DOWN” Act, reported CNN.
The bipartisan bill, led by Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Tex.), criminalizes the distribution of nonconsensual intimate imagery, including AI-generated deepfake pornography, and mandates swift removal processes from social media platforms.
“In an era where digital interactions are integral to daily life, it is imperative that we safeguard children from mean-spirited and hurtful online behavior,” Trump said.
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She shared the story of Elliston Berry, a 15-year-old Texas teen whose image was manipulated into …
