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PM's rap battle with Sky's Beth Rigby goes viral - and one of the AI satirists behind it explains why
- The Crewkerne Gazette, a new page, has gone viral for AI-based videos satirising UK politicians amid the budget talks.
- The team behind the viral clips says the project aims to be a modern, more engaging version of Spitting Image for younger audiences.
- Creators insist their anonymity is deliberate and that the output, not individuals, drives the satire.
- The videos spoof interviews and budget debates, including representations of Beth Rigby and the prime minister.
- Sky News notes the satire aims to engage younger audiences, a shift from traditional political humor.
- The piece frames AI satire as increasingly common in political content creation.
- The interview with the anonymous creator discusses safety and the uncertainty about future policy directions.
- The video content references Sir Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves in satirical contexts related to the budget.
- The piece notes the Crewkerne Gazette has been going viral in recent days for their satirical content.
- The satire also pokes fun at budget items such as storage containers and tax measures.
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