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September 15, 2026

Sen. Bernie Sanders Urges Binding International Treaty on AI Safety

  • Senator Bernie Sanders warned of the growing threat of AI, advocating for mandatory safety regulations and binding international rules rather than voluntary industry standards.
  • He called for President Trump to negotiate a treaty with China to pause AI advancement, citing recent developments in AI's potential misuse, including creating new viruses.
  • Sanders criticized the concentration of power among tech executives and stressed the urgency of legislative action to address AI risks.

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