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Pete Buttigieg: It’s ‘deeply dangerous’ for Congress to ‘sit on its hands’ over AI regulation

13 SEP 2026 · 09:51 ET·3:00·8.55K VIEWS·0.8× USUAL PACE

Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg stated that Congress's inaction on AI regulation is 'deeply dangerous,' criticizing Speaker Mike Johnson for suggesting no rush. Buttigieg emphasized the urgent need for safeguards, rules, and limits on AI, comparing the situation to the development of aviation safety and nuclear weapons.

WHY IT MATTERS

The lack of regulatory frameworks for AI could lead to uncontrolled development of dangerous AI models, posing a threat to the American people and the world, necessitating urgent government action.

ALSO DISCUSSED

This video segment also touches on the general inaction of Congress and the White House regarding AI, and the debate among Democrats about addressing AI head-on.

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