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Democrats Launch AI Commission Amid Government Shutdown

12/9/2025

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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) announced the formation of a House Democratic Commission on Artificial Intelligence amid the longest U.S. government shutdown.
The commission will collaborate with AI companies and stakeholders to build expertise as AI lobbying intensifies.
Over $100 million has been allocated for the 2026 midterm elections.
AI companies such as OpenAI and Google are pushing against state regulations.
The commission will begin its meetings this month.

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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) announced the formation of a House Democratic Commission on Artificial Intelligence amid the longest U.S. government shutdown.
The commission will collaborate with AI companies and stakeholders to build expertise as AI lobbying intensifies.
Over $100 million has been allocated for the 2026 midterm elections.
AI companies such as OpenAI and Google are pushing against state regulations.
The commission will begin its meetings this month.