# Schumer urges FCC to block AI robocalls before midterms

> Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer calls on the FCC to reject a petition that would allow AI-generated robocalls ahead of November elections.
- Title: Schumer urges FCC to block AI robocalls before midterms
- Summary: Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer calls on the FCC to reject a petition that would allow AI-generated robocalls ahead of November elections. Chuck…
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- Source: Al Jazeera — https://aljazeera.com/economy/2026/10/19/chuck-schumer-urges-fcc-to-block-ai-robocalls-before-elections?traffic_source=rss
- Author: Al Jazeera Staff
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## Schumer opposes AI robocall petition
US Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer of New York urged the Federal Communications Commission not to approve a petition by the conservative group Club for Growth to allow AI-generated robocalls.
## Schumer warns of campaign deception
Schumer said on Monday that under this change, campaigns could use opponents' voices to send messages that are disingenuous or blatant lies.

> Under this change, campaigns could use their opponents' voice to send out a message that is, at best, disingenuous and, at worst, a blatant lie.
## Decision deadline approaches
The FCC's public comment period on the petition is coming to a close as the November midterm elections approach.
## Key takeaway

Chuck Schumer urged the FCC to reject a petition allowing AI robocalls in campaigns, warning they could spread disinformation before the November midterm elections.