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WATCH: Sen. Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon become allies on human-controlled AI

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Maria Cury from Axios reports that Sen. Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon have unexpectedly allied on the issue of human-controlled AI, indicating a shift in political dynamics due to technological concerns. This collaboration highlights how AI is reshaping traditional political alliances and norms. The article focuses on this unusual partnership as an example of AI's impact on politics.

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On September 14, 2026, Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon, political opposites from Vermont and the former Trump White House respectively, joined forces to advocate for stricter regulations on artificial intelligence during the "Pro-Human Assembly" in Washington D.C. They were among a diverse group of speakers including Hollywood stars Ashley Judd and Joseph Gordon-Levitt, religious leaders, and child safety advocates. Both Sanders and Bannon expressed concerns that AI could potentially surpass human intelligence with catastrophic consequences, urging Congress to act swiftly to ensure human control over the technology. This unusual alliance highlights how fears about AI are transcending traditional political divides in America.

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