Trump breaks ranks on tech

President Trump opposes regulation on AI, data centers, and surveillance cameras. But many Republican midterm candidates are taking the opposite stance, calling for safeguards.

Trump calls AI regulation a hoax

Trump dismissed AI safety concerns as a hoax and argued that federal regulation would disadvantage American AI development against China.

Michigan GOP candidate wants AI slowdown

Senate nominee Mike Rogers called for a national security framework on AI and wants to slow development so government can catch up. His opponent used Trump's anti-regulation stance to attack Rogers.

“Donald Trump always puts his own interests over the interests of the rest of us.”

Voters fear AI's impact

Two-thirds of Americans say AI is bad for society. A separate poll found 74% believe the government isn't regulating AI enough.

Data centers divide the party

Trump defends data center construction as economic growth. But GOP candidates like Mike Rogers want a moratorium, and 71% of voters say data center costs outweigh benefits.

Flock cameras spark debate

Trump supports surveillance cameras for law enforcement. But 61% of Americans see them as privacy violations, and Republican governors are calling for bans or restrictions.

Misuse cases shift public opinion

High-profile cases of camera misuse have turned public sentiment against surveillance technology. Flock said it supports privacy safeguards and regulatory oversight.

“We support thoughtful, bipartisan legislation that puts strong privacy, transparency, and accountability guardrails in place.”

Texas race highlights tech divide

Republican Ken Paxton touts his lawsuits against tech companies and restrictions on AI bots targeting minors. Democrat James Talarico is pushing comprehensive federal AI guardrails.