Thune sees role for Congress on AI — Trump does not
Klobuchar discussed an AI bill with Thune that would impose safeguards and federal oversight on frontier AI companies.

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Klobuchar discussed an AI bill with Thune that would impose safeguards and federal oversight on frontier AI companies.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune says Congress should have a role in AI regulation, while favoring a light touch. The article contrasts his position with President Trump’s preference for presidential control and describes potential congressional action on AI and data-center energy costs.
Senate majority leader advocating a congressional role in AI policy while urging a light regulatory touch
Senator who discussed an AI bill with Thune
House speaker who points to existing safeguards and corporate responsibility
President who favors sole presidential authority over AI regulation
House minority leader calling for a slower pace of AI development
Senator working with Thune on reintroducing an AI bill
Representative and lead Republican on the FRONTIER Act who commented on the House schedule
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