AI imposter targets Trump inner circle with fake Susie Wiles messages

The FBI is investigating a string of spoofed texts and calls from someone pretending to be White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles. The imposter used AI to mimic her voice and reportedly asked for cash and pardon lists. Lawmakers flagged the messages for bad grammar, odd tone, and incorrect details.

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The FBI ruled out foreign involvement and warned in May about a broader “smishing and vishing” campaign. Wiles suspects her personal contacts were hacked. Her email was previously targeted by Iran’s IRGC during Trump’s 2024 campaign. Investigation ongoing.