Impersonator Uses AI to Mimic Marco Rubio in Attempt to Sway Government Officials

An unidentified scammer has employed artificial intelligence to impersonate Senator Marco Rubio, targeting high-profile government figures in an apparent bid to obtain sensitive information. The impersonator created a Signal account under the guise of Rubio's official email, reaching out to at least five individuals—including foreign ministers, a US governor, and a member of Congress.

Authorities suspect the operation aimed to manipulate or extract confidential data. The State Department has launched an investigation and implemented precautionary measures, urging diplomats to report similar attempts to the Bureau of Diplomatic Security. Non-government targets are advised to contact the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center.

The incident underscores growing concerns about AI-driven deception in political and diplomatic circles. No further details about the communications or targeted individuals have been disclosed.