Politics & Governance

Covers laws and legal disputes that shape government and public policy, including elections and campaign finance, lobbying and ethics, separation of powers, legislative and regulatory processes, and transparency and accountability rules. Includes constitutional and administrative law issues involving public officials, agencies, and governance at the local, state, federal, and international levels.

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If a Bot Said It, Did You Say It? The New Legal Test for Online Speech

May 1, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

In the U.S., you can face liability for bot-generated posts when you authorized, directed, or materially contributed to the specific unlawful content. Courts treat bots as tools, so intent, control, and foreseeability often determine who “said” it. This article explains the emerging legal test, key defenses, and how users, companies, and platforms assess risk. When […]