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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Katie Hawkinson

Maga influencer Emily Hart unmasked as male medical student from India

  • A 22-year-old medical student from northern India, identified as Sam, has admitted to creating an AI-generated conservative influencer named Emily Hart.
  • Sam claimed he made thousands of dollars monthly by targeting the "MAGA crowd," whom he described as "dumb" and easy to fool.
  • Emily Hart's social media accounts, which posted on topics like immigration and abortion, were subsequently taken down for "fraudulent" activity.
  • Sam used Google's Gemini AI platform, which reportedly suggested targeting the "MAGA/conservative niche" due to their higher disposable income and loyalty.
  • Despite the accounts being removed, Sam stated he does not regret creating Emily Hart, viewing it as an easy way to earn significant money.

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