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On the recordJune 26, 2026
Momentum and support continues to grow for our legislation to not only protect, but provide recourse to the victims—many of whom are women and children—of nonconsensual, sexual deepfakes. The DEFIANCE Act gives these victims a voice, and I remain committed to seeing these protections signed into law.
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Lindsey Graham
Republican · South Carolina

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Commenting on the DEFIANCE Act and its support.

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