Thune: Trump Not 'Dug In' on AI Guardrails Despite Public Pushback — SkimNews
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- John Thune told Axios he does not believe President Trump is "really dug in" against guardrails for AI, contradicting Trump's public campaign against restricting the technology
- Thune said he spoke privately with Trump on the issue as AI policy was getting "pretty hot," per Axios
Why it matters: As Senate Majority Leader, Thune's private read of Trump's openness carries direct weight on whether AI guardrail legislation is politically viable in Congress — his account suggests the president's public opposition may not reflect his actual negotiating position on AI restrictions.
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