The Take It Down Act, aimed at criminalizing the online publication of nonconsensual sexually explicit deepfakes, passed the House in a 409–2 vote and now awaits President Trump’s signature.
The bipartisan bill, co-sponsored by Senators Ted Cruz and Amy Klobuchar, and Representatives Elvira Salazar and Madeline Dean, would make it a federal crime to knowingly share realistic, AI-generated pornographic images of real individuals.
Trump has voiced support, stating he would use the law himself due to his frequent online targeting. First Lady Melania Trump also praised the measure.
Critics like Rep. Thomas Massie argue it poses free speech risks, while tech safety advocates celebrate it as a crucial step in protecting online victims.
The bill is Congress’s first major youth online safety legislation to pass this session.
