Democratic candidates rush to tackle AI risks as Trump dismisses warnings

Potential Democratic presidential candidates are racing to address artificial intelligence risks, while former President Donald Trump dismisses the concerns. California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order Friday to accelerate AI oversight, including "kill switches" for developers. Newsom acknowledged state limitations, saying "Washington, D.C. needs to do its job." Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro also outlined local AI risk steps, conceding states cannot regulate global technology alone. AI leaders warn of catastrophic threats, including deadly viruses and economic upheaval, alongside potential benefits. Trump has called the warnings a "HOAX," stating he is "the only control or 'guardrails' that AI needs." Democrats like Senator Jon Ossoff are seizing the issue politically, arguing a capable president would secure the nation and pursue an AI treaty, as the debate intensifies ahead of midterms.