Imposter uses AI to pose as Rubio in messages to US and foreign officials

An imposter using AI tools to pose as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio attempted to contact foreign ministers and a US senator and governor, the State Department said on Tuesday. Officials said the hoax was unsuccessful, but warned that high-level figures in the Trump administration are being repeatedly targeted by deepfake scams.

Jul 9, 2025 - 04:00
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Imposter uses AI to pose as Rubio in messages to US and foreign officials
An imposter using AI tools to pose as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio attempted to contact foreign ministers and a US senator and governor, the State Department said on Tuesday. Officials said the hoax was unsuccessful, but warned that high-level figures in the Trump administration are being repeatedly targeted by deepfake scams.

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