Lawmaker uses AI voice clone to address Congress
Virginia Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton became the first to address the House using AI-generated voice technology, created from her past speeches, due to her progressive supranuclear palsy diagnosis affecting her speech.
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Virginia Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton utilized an artificial intelligence program to address the House of Representatives, marking a significant moment as she appears to be the first person to speak on the House floor using a voice recreated by AI. This innovative approach was necessitated by her diagnosis of progressive supranuclear palsy, a condition that impairs her ability to speak. The AI technology enabled Wexton to create a clone of her voice by using recordings from her previous speeches and appearances in Congress. This development highlights the potential of AI in assisting individuals with speech difficulties, allowing them to communicate effectively in important settings such as Congress.
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