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MAGA senator creating a mess for Trump over president's newest obsession: report

Hawley called for AI safety legislation, including corporate liability when AI systems cause harm.

MAGA senator creating a mess for Trump over president's newest obsession: report
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Sen. Josh Hawley is calling for AI safety legislation, including corporate liability for harm, in contrast with President Donald Trump's preference for voluntary industry standards. The dispute highlights divisions among Republicans over how to regulate AI.

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Senator calling for AI safety legislation

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President whose preference for voluntary AI standards is contrasted with Hawley's proposal

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House Speaker described as preferring a voluntary AI framework

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Senate Majority Leader described as favoring eventual light-touch AI regulation

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