As the midterm elections approach, political advertisers have poured at least $137 million into AI-generated ads, raising alarms over misinformation and the authenticity of campaign materials. Voters are warned to be vigilant, as around 43% of voters report being misled by these AI-generated ads. The New York Attorney General has issued updated guidelines urging voters to verify claims from such content before sharing. Additionally, a House bill is being considered to require AI notices on campaign ads, highlighting the urgent need for regulation in the face of growing concerns about deception through technologies like deepfakes. Amidst this, new research indicates that using AI effectively could combat election misinformation, though many states struggle with inadequate regulations. With deepfake political ads flooding the market, individuals are urged to adopt a skeptical approach toward election information produced by artificial intelligence.