Outrage over AI videos by Spanish opposition: 'Turn left to go to the whores'

The use of AI-generated videos in Spanish election campaigns marks a first, with the PP party targeting PSOE politicians. One video falsely depicts former minister José Luis Ábalos making controversial statements, garnering nearly two million views quickly. Other manipulated clips feature Begoña Gómez and José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, referencing ongoing corruption scandals. The videos have sparked outrage for potentially misleading voters, with Digital Affairs Minister Óscar Lopez calling them 'colossal lies.' The PP acknowledges the AI creation but notes a small disclaimer stating the videos are not real. Former PSOE politician Leire Díez has filed a lawsuit against the PP for defamation and identity theft. This controversy highlights the intense political climate in polarized Spain, where the right aims to end Sánchez's premiership amid various crises.