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Jim Acosta Criticized for AI Interview With Parkland Shooting Victim
PARKLAND, FLORIDA, AUG 5 – The AI avatar, created by Joaquin Oliver's parents, called for stronger gun control and mental health support during an interview conducted by former CNN host Jim Acosta.
- On August 4, 2025, former CNN correspondent Jim Acosta interviewed an AI-generated avatar of Joaquin Oliver, a 2018 Parkland shooting victim, on his Substack.
- Oliver's parents developed the AI version to hear their son's voice again and to continue advocating for gun control amid ongoing gun violence debates.
- The AI avatar delivered messages emphasizing safer conversations, kindness, and the need for stronger gun laws, while Acosta described the exchange as powerful and unique.
- The avatar explained that their parents employed AI to generate their voice and make calls on their behalf, pressing the question of how many messages from deceased individuals it will take before people begin to pay attention.
- The interview highlighted ethical questions about AI in grief and advocacy, sparked debate online, and demonstrated new approaches to memorializing victims while influencing gun safety discussions.
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