House cancels votes, heads to recess as Democrats call for AI regulation action
Speaker Mike Johnson has sent lawmakers home early for midterm recess despite Democratic requests to address artificial intelligence regulation.
Speaker Mike Johnson has cancelled scheduled House votes and sent lawmakers home early for their midterm recess, moving forward despite calls from Democratic lawmakers to remain in session to address artificial intelligence regulation.
The decision comes as some Democratic members have urged Congress to act on AI growth before the November midterm elections, though the House has proceeded with the planned recess schedule.
Sources
- House cancels votes as Democratic lawmakers urged recess postponement to address AI regulation – US politics live — The Guardian — World
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
Related articles
United States: Republican figures distance themselves from Donald Trump ahead of midterms
As midterm elections approach, several personalities from the Republican Party are criticizing the president's immigration policy and the excesses of certain factions within the party, according to RFI.
Guardian Column Urges US-China Cooperation on AI Amid Warnings Over Pace of Development
Australian scientist Alan Finkel argues that unregulated competition between AI firms and between Washington and Beijing could threaten global stability, calling for coordinated oversight.
Trump Says US Will Create an ‘AI Force’ Modeled on Space Force
The US president did not specify whether the initiative would involve establishing a new branch of the armed forces, according to TASS.
Texas QB Arch Manning Apologizes Over Reaction to AI Video
Manning called his comment "insensitive" after reacting to an AI-generated video showing coach Steve Sarkisian appearing to slap ESPN reporter Holly Rowe.
China Pushes Back on US Warnings to Slow AI Development, Guardian Reports
Beijing officials and businesses argue calls for caution are designed to preserve America's technological lead, according to a Guardian report
Bessent, China's He Lifeng Set for Talks on AI, Trade and Critical Minerals
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng are expected to discuss artificial intelligence, trade and critical minerals, Reuters reported.
Comments
Loading comments…