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Trump dismisses AI risks as hoax; Johnson calls warnings 'stupid'
Former U.S. President Donald Trump described warnings about the risks of artificial intelligence as a "hoax" and a "sick conspiracy." House Speaker Mike Johnson stated that media coverage of AI threats is "spun up" and a "stupid, knee-jerk reaction." These comments come amid broader discussions about the potential dangers of AI, with some Republicans also expressing concerns.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Left (3): The Independent, The New York Times, The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (15): ABC Australia, Business Insider, CBS News, CNBC, Channel News Asia, Deccan Chronicle, Evening Standard, Financial Times, Fortune, NPR, The Economic Times, The Financial Express, The Sydney Morning Herald, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today
- Right (3): Fox News, Republic World, The Daily Telegraph