Democratic Candidates Race to Address AI Threat as Political Divide Over Regulation Deepens

NewsData.io · United States · Sep 18, 2026

Potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidates, including California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, are pushing for AI oversight through executive orders and legislation, while Trump dismisses concerns. A Pew Research Center poll finds roughly 7 in 10 U.S. adults believe AI will cause job losses over the next 20 years, up 7 points since 2024. Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly plans legislation to create a fund—financed by AI companies—to support workers displaced by automation. The growing political attention to AI-driven job disruption signals potential regulatory shifts that staffing agencies should monitor as they affect hiring demand and workforce placement dynamics.