Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are making waves in the political arena once again, this time in the United States. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have launched a campaign to combat misinformation ahead of the upcoming Presidential election.
Reports indicate that the couple is working diligently to prepare US voters for a potential deepfake onslaught during the 2024 election, which is expected to be a rematch between President Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Their Archewell Foundation is playing a key role in this initiative, alongside a bipartisan coalition and Hollywood power players.
Experts are warning that both malicious state actors and domestic political operatives may use deepfake technology and media manipulation to confuse voters in the lead-up to the election. To combat this, Google, Meta, and OpenAI have pledged to fight deceptive content, with Harry and Meghan’s organization also contributing by brainstorming new content.
Since stepping down as senior royals and relocating to the US, Harry and Meghan have become increasingly involved in politics. During the 2020 election, they released a video urging voters to reject misinformation and hate speech. Meghan emphasized the importance of the election, calling it the “most important election in our lifetime” and encouraging Americans to use their votes.
While Harry, as a British citizen, cannot vote in the US or the UK due to royal tradition, Meghan has been vocal about social issues and has shown a strong interest in political activism. The Archewell Foundation’s support for disinformation campaigns and strategic partnerships with influential figures like Michelle Obama’s former press secretary demonstrate their commitment to making a positive impact in the political sphere.