‘Slow this thing down’: Sanders warns US has no clue about speed and scale of coming AI revolution

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Lauren Gambino at StamfordFebruary 21, 2026 at 05:26 AM
‘Slow this thing down’: Sanders warns US has no clue about speed and scale of coming AI revolution

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Bernie Sanders warned that the U.S. is unprepared for the rapid advancement of AI, advocating for policy action to slow its development. Speaking at Stanford University alongside Congressman Ro Khanna, Sanders expressed concern about the potential dangers of unchecked AI growth and called for a moratorium on new AI data centers. Khanna, while not supporting a moratorium, emphasized the need to guide AI development responsibly, suggesting a focus on renewable energy and water efficiency for data centers. They met with senior leaders at prominent tech companies to discuss these concerns. Khanna outlined principles to prevent the concentration of wealth generated by AI, advocating for Silicon Valley to prioritize the needs of America. The event concluded Sanders' visit to California, where he also addressed wealth inequality.

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