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A $100 million AI super PAC, Leading the Future, aimed to block New York Democrat Alex Bores from Congress but claims it backfired by amplifying his profile. Bores, a tech-savvy legislator with a computer science background, co-authored the RAISE Act, which imposes heavy fines on AI companies failing to publish safety reports. The bill, now awaiting New York governor Kathy Hochul’s approval, faces opposition from federal efforts to block state-level AI regulations. Bores argues the PAC’s funding reflects a narrow view of AI governance, contrasting with broader industry interests. He insists his focus on AI safety aligns with protecting New Yorkers’ interests amid rapid technological change.
Key facts
- Leading the Future, backed by Andreessen Horowitz and OpenAI’s Greg Brockman, spent millions to oppose Bores’ congressional bid.
- The RAISE Act mandates $30 million penalties for AI firms neglecting safety report disclosures, pending New York governor approval.
- Bores’ tech expertise and Palanter engineering background position him as a unique voice in AI policy debates.
- Federal efforts to block state AI laws clash with Bores’ push for regulatory frameworks to protect public interests.
- The PAC’s targeting of Bores highlights tensions between Silicon Valley interests and democratic governance of AI technology.
