AI Super PAC Launches First Midterm Attack Against New York Democrat Over Safety Protocol Bill

Nov 18, 2025
CNBC
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Summary

A powerful AI industry super PAC with over $100 million launches its first midterm attack against New York Democrat Alex Bores for co-sponsoring legislation requiring AI companies to publish safety protocols, claiming the regulation threatens America's competitive edge against China.

Key Points

  • AI industry super PAC 'Leading the Future' targets New York Democrat Alex Bores in their first midterm election attack for co-sponsoring the RAISE Act requiring AI companies to publish safety protocols
  • The $100+ million PAC backed by Andreessen Horowitz, Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale, and Perplexity claims the New York state bill would harm American AI competitiveness against China
  • Bores defends his tech regulation stance citing his computer science background and patents while turning the attack into a fundraising opportunity for his congressional campaign

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