California Governor Gavin Newsom and Texas Senator Ted Cruz are locked in a heated online exchange after Newsom used an AI-generated image to mock Cruz's energy policies.
The image, which depicted Cruz as a dog tied to oil giant Chevron, was shared by Newsom alongside the caption 'Chevron Cruz is a good boy.'
The exchange began after Cruz criticized California's energy policies and blamed the state's leadership for high fuel costs.
The AI-generated image has gained traction online, with social media users reacting to Newsom's sarcastic jab at Cruz.
This is not the first time AI-generated images have been used in a high-profile online feud, with former President Donald Trump previously sharing similar visuals.
The use of AI-generated images in politics has raised concerns about the potential for misinformation and the role of artificial intelligence in shaping public discourse.
