GOP's Blackburn releases AI Kendrick Lamar video, to some criticism

The Hill - Oct 14, 2026

Tennessee Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn on Tuesday released a video appearing to use artificial intelligence to have her resemble rapper Kendrick Lamar during his 2025 Super Bowl LIX Halftime Show performance. The video depicts Blackburn, who is running for governor, on a football field, backed up by Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.), Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.),...

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GOP's Blackburn releases AI Kendrick Lamar video, to some criticism

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Arellano: Karen Bass says L.A.'s political establishment doesn't like Raman. Well, boo hoo

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Commentary: Bass vs. Raman: Here's who won the L.A. mayoral debate

Bass and Raman trade blows over police chief in final debate of L.A. mayor's race

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