Harris campaign’s Google ads rewrite news headlines

The Harris campaign has been buying Google ads that feature edited headlines and descriptions from news outlets like CNN, NPR, and Reuters to present a pro-Kamala Harris spin. These ads, though common in commercial advertising and compliant with Google’s policies, closely mimic real news search results, catching news organizations off guard. Some news outlets were unaware their content was being manipulated. While the practice is legal, it has raised concerns about the transparency and ethics of such campaign tactics, especially as it blurs the line between ads and authentic news.