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Most Americans Want AI Kept Under Human Control

By Drooid · Oct 8, 2026, 3:49 PM UTC · How we work

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AP-NORC poll shows most Americans want the U.S. government to keep AI under human control.
64% say AI is developing too fast, versus 27% who think it is about right.
About 80% consider it extremely or very important for the government to protect workers from AI impacts.
67% disapprove of President Donald Trump’s handling of AI issues.
40% distrust both major parties on AI, while 20% trust them equally.

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AP-NORC poll shows most Americans want the U.S. government to keep AI under human control.
64% say AI is developing too fast, versus 27% who think it is about right.
About 80% consider it extremely or very important for the government to protect workers from AI impacts.
67% disapprove of President Donald Trump’s handling of AI issues.
40% distrust both major parties on AI, while 20% trust them equally.