Is Washington Up to the Challenge of A.I.?
The Political Scene Podcast discusses the political backlash against artificial intelligence in the U.S., particularly among younger Americans. Experts question whether Washington can effectively regulate A.I. companies amid rising concerns about the technology's impact on society. The conversation highlights the potential for A.I. to fuel a new wave of populist politics.
- ▪The podcast features a discussion on the political backlash to artificial intelligence.
- ▪Experts express doubts about Washington's ability to regulate A.I. companies.
- ▪Concerns are raised about the influence of venture capitalists in the A.I. industry.
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| Original publisher | The New Yorker |
| Canonical URL | https://www.newyorker.com/podcast/political-scene/is-washington-up-to-the-challenge-of-ai |
| Publication time | Sat, 23 May 2026 03:59:00 +0000 |
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The Political Scene PodcastIs Washington Up to the Challenge of A.I.?How anger over artificial intelligence might drive the next wave of populist politics.With Susan B. Glasser, Jane Mayer, and Evan OsnosMay 22, 2026Save this storySave this storySave this storySave this storyListen and subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Wherever You ListenSign up to receive our twice-weekly News & Politics newsletter.The Washington Roundtable discusses the growing political backlash to artificial intelligence, especially among young Americans, and asks whether Washington is capable of regulating A.I. companies.
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