A House Democrat, who is currently pursuing a degree in artificial intelligence, has supported a proposed "kill switch bill" designed to address the potential "existential threat" from AI. The bill has gained attention as concerns about unregulated AI development continue to grow. Tech ethicist Tristan Harris has warned that the risk of an AI takeover is no longer just a theoretical concern, while an AI researcher has stressed that regulation is urgently needed and should have been implemented last year. Pete Buttigieg, the U.S. Secretary of Transportation, has warned that it is "deeply dangerous" for Congress to delay action on AI regulation. He has also expressed doubt about the ability of Republican candidates to move beyond the influence of former President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, House Speaker Mike Johnson has called for the creation of "guardrails" to manage AI risks, though he has not set a timeline for implementing these measures before the upcoming elections. Johnson has also mentioned plans to collaborate with Trump on proposals for $5,000 payments to Americans but has not committed to making them a reality. In other political news, a new poll indicates that there may be "real cracks" in the support base for Trump among voters who backed him in the 2024 election. About 43% of respondents said they want the upcoming midterm elections to serve as a signal of opposition to Trump. A Kentucky Democrat has expressed a desire to "repair the damage" caused by former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, while a Kansas Democratic Senate candidate has criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for her attacks on religious beliefs, calling them a sign of "desperation." Former Biden economic adviser Larry Kudlow has accused Trump of being responsible for high prices, stating, "It's your fault." Additionally, a former AI whistleblower has called for international cooperation to address AI-related risks, and another AI researcher has emphasized the importance of regulation to prevent potentially catastrophic outcomes. These developments highlight the growing urgency around AI governance and the complex political landscape shaping current policy debates.