DeProgram with John Kiriakou and Ted Rall Measles-26 | DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou
Feb 10, 2026
A deep dive into a large measles outbreak and how vaccine policy rollbacks may have contributed. A look at how AI deepfakes are complicating searches for missing people and undermining proof of life. Coverage of an immigration court decision halting a deportation effort and broader clashes between ICE and judges.
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Deepfakes Undermine Evidence Authentication
- Deepfakes and AI-generated media now seriously complicate verifying hostage proof-of-life and other evidence.
- John Kiriakou explains FBI authentication standards require original recording devices for reliable verification.
AI Interviewees Erode Viewer Trust
- Documentary and news producers increasingly use AI-generated interviewees without upfront disclosure.
- Ted Rall warns surprise AI witnesses erode trust unless clearly labeled.
Microcassette Case Exposed Weak Forensics
- John recounts using a microcassette recorder in a legal case where lack of originals undermined the LAPD's claims.
- The court demanded the original device and the prosecution's case fell apart when it couldn't be produced.
