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Cracking Down on Content: What Washington’s New Moves Mean for Creators

Cracking Down on Content: What Washington’s New Moves Mean for Creators

Two big decisions out of D.C. this week could reshape the way creative work is made and shared. Former President Trump wants to slap a 100% tariff on films produced outside the U.S., aiming to revive American movie-making. And in a rare show of bipartisan agreement, Congress passed the ‘Take It Down Act’ — a new law requiring platforms to quickly remove AI-generated deepfake porn. Whether you're behind the camera or behind a brand, the message is clear: the rules around content are changing fast.

ChaseLawyers Newsletter
May 06, 2025

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This week’s updates touch two major fronts in the fight for creative control: trade and tech. On one side, Donald Trump is pushing for a steep 100% tariff on foreign-made films, arguing it’s time to bring movie production back home. On the other, lawmakers passed the 'Take It Down Act' — a federal law forcing platforms to remove deepfake porn within 48 hours of notice. Whether you're creating films, protecting your image, or just trying to navigate the evolving rules, both stories are worth a closer look.

Trump Calls for 100% Tariff on Foreign-Made Films

Former President Donald Trump is pushing a bold new trade policy: a 100% tariff on all films produced outside the U.S. His goal? To bring movie production back to American soil and push back against foreign influence in entertainment. While the proposal hasn’t been enacted yet, it’s already sparking debate. Industry leaders warn it could trigger retaliatory tariffs, raise costs, and limit access to international content. Still, the move reflects a growing appetite in politics for protecting and prioritizing domestic creative industries.

'Take It Down Act' Targets AI Deepfakes

In a rare bipartisan move, Congress passed the 'Take It Down Act' — a new law aimed squarely at the rise of non-consensual deepfake pornography. The law requires major platforms to remove manipulated content within 48 hours after being notified. It's one of the first pieces of U.S. legislation to directly address the legal and ethical concerns around AI-generated imagery. For creators, influencers, and anyone sharing their image online, it marks a new step toward digital rights protection in an era of synthetic media.

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INDUSTRY NEWS

Trump Wants Tariff on Foreign-Made Films

Donald Trump is calling for a 100% tariff on movies produced outside the U.S., claiming it’s the only way to protect American film jobs and culture. Industry insiders warn it could backfire.

Congress Passes Law to Combat Deepfake Porn

The new 'Take It Down Act' gives people the right to have deepfake porn removed from the internet within 48 hours. It’s a major step in regulating AI-generated content.

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