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Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon to share a stage to promote curbs on AI

NPR • September 15, 2026 • nation

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Bernie Sanders and Steve Bannon, representing opposite ends of the political spectrum, are collaborating at the "Pro-Human Assembly" in Washington, D.C., to advocate for increased human control over AI technology.
The event, organized by the Future of Life Institute, promotes 33 principles emphasizing human agency, accountability for AI companies, and the necessity of keeping humans in charge of AI development.
Despite calls from AI leaders like those at Anthropic and OpenAI to slow AI progress, some lawmakers, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, argue that regulation should not hinder U.S. competitiveness with China and place responsibility on companies rather than Congress.
The House is expected to vote on the Ratepayer Protection Act to address energy cost spikes from data center construction, reflecting growing legislative attention to AI-related infrastructure issues.
The assembly also features celebrities and religious leaders advocating for stronger AI safeguards, highlighting widespread concern over AI's societal risks, including mental health impacts linked to AI chatbots.

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