The same images circulated online years earlier with claims they depicted a sunburn competition in Florida.
The article from Yahoo News discusses the emergence of AI-generated photos of former President Donald Trump's arrest, which circulated on social media platforms like Twitter and TikTok. These images, created using AI tools such as Midjourney, were identified as fake by fact-checkers and digital forensics experts who pointed out visual inconsistencies typical of AI-generated content, such as distorted elements and unrealistic details. The spread of these images underscores the growing challenge of distinguishing between real and AI-fabricated visuals, especially as AI technology advances. The article emphasizes the importance of verifying the authenticity of images before sharing them and highlights the role of fact-checking organizations in combating misinformation.