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WDIVcites Associated PressApr 17, 2026Local News

Lawmakers gathered quietly to talk about AI. Angst and fears of 'destruction' followed

Representative Yassamin Ansari raised concerns regarding AI's energy usage, climate impact, and its role in military conflicts involving Iran.

Lawmakers gathered quietly to talk about AI. Angst and fears of 'destruction' followed
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A House Oversight subcommittee roundtable on AI revealed deep existential anxieties among bipartisan lawmakers, ranging from cybersecurity threats to potential societal collapse.

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