Political consultant Steven Kramer fined for AI-generated Biden robocalls in New Hampshire

Summary

In January 2024, political consultant Steven Kramer orchestrated AI-generated robocalls that mimicked President Joe Biden’s voice to warn New Hampshire voters that voting in the Jan. 23 primary would bar them from the November election. The Federal Communications Commission proposed a $6 million fine against Kramer and a $2 million fine against telecom provider Lingo Telecom for transmitting the calls. Kramer faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges, and the FCC announced new rules banning AI‑generated voice calls.