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Senate Rejects AI Regulation Moratorium Amid Bipartisan Concerns

11/26/2025

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The U.S. Senate rejected a 10-year moratorium on state AI regulation.
U.S. President Donald Trump and tech donors initially supported the moratorium.
Trump and tech lobbyists sought to attach the moratorium to a national defense bill.
A diverse coalition opposed the move, including progressive Democrats and conservative Republicans.
Public opinion shows concern about AI risks, with a Pew poll finding 50% of Republicans and 51% of Democrats favor more regulation.

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The U.S. Senate rejected a 10-year moratorium on state AI regulation.
U.S. President Donald Trump and tech donors initially supported the moratorium.
Trump and tech lobbyists sought to attach the moratorium to a national defense bill.
A diverse coalition opposed the move, including progressive Democrats and conservative Republicans.
Public opinion shows concern about AI risks, with a Pew poll finding 50% of Republicans and 51% of Democrats favor more regulation.