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A deepfake video circulating online depicting former President Barack Obama’s simulated arrest by the FBI in the Oval Office has ignited a debate about the dangers of AI-generated misinformation. The video, reportedly shared by Donald Trump and originating on Reddit (posted by user /u/esporx), highlights the increasing sophistication of deepfake technology and its potential to be weaponized for political purposes. Critics argue the video could further erode trust in information and exacerbate societal divisions. The incident underscores the urgent need for media literacy and robust detection methods to combat the spread of manipulated content. For discussion and analysis, see: https://old.reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1m56uby/trump_puts_up_ai_video_of_obama_being_arrested_by/