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Group Plans $100 Million Midterm Effort to Back Trump AI Agenda

Emily Birnbaum
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A $100 million midterm campaign led by a former Trump aide will push the administration’s pro-AI agenda ahead of the 2026 elections, targeting House and Senate races. The newly formed Innovation Council amplifies AI industry lobbying, joining existing efforts to influence policy and secure favorable candidates in Congress. Billionaire-backed groups, including Marc Andreessen and OpenAI’s Greg Brockman, are also committing over $100 million to support AI-friendly lawmakers. The coordinated spending highlights AI’s growing political clout, with tech leaders and investors aggressively shaping election outcomes to advance sector interests. Control of Congress hangs in the balance, making AI policy a pivotal issue as industry players seek regulatory influence through midterm victories.
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