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Semaforworld3 days ago
Sanders recommends Platner step aside after assault allegation
Sen. Bernie Sanders ended a day of silence on Tuesday by urging Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner to withdraw following a sexual assault allegation. Other Democratic endorsers had already called for his exit and for a replacement nominee.
app.buzzsumo.compolitics10 days ago
Senator Proposes U.S. Government Take 50% Stake in Largest AI Companies
Sen. Bernie Sanders has advanced a plan for the United States to acquire a 50% ownership stake in major AI firms. The proposal would create a sovereign wealth fund distributing shares to citizens.
dailywire.comai21 days ago
Senator Introduces Bill to Create Sovereign Wealth Fund for AI Oversight
Sen. Bernie Sanders discussed proposed legislation that would establish a sovereign wealth fund and expand public input on artificial intelligence regulation. The measure aims to give Americans a financial stake and regulatory voice in AI development.
Semaforpolitics28 days ago
Sanders Drafts Bill for 50% AI Tax Paid in Stock to Sovereign Wealth Fund
President Trump and Sen. Bernie Sanders both back the idea of the federal government taking equity stakes in major AI companies. Several senators have raised concerns about conflicts of interest and competitive fairness.
gamereactor.eupolitics33 days ago
Trump Administration Explores Government Stakes in AI Companies
The Trump administration is considering taking ownership positions in major artificial intelligence firms. The move follows a public-ownership proposal from Sen. Bernie Sanders and comes as lawmakers examine industry practices.
realitytea.comtechnology34 days ago
Trump says he will meet AI firms to discuss public partnership
President Trump stated he plans to meet with AI companies next week about a federal partnership that could distribute company returns to the public. Former AI czar David Sacks criticized a proposal by Sen. Bernie Sanders for 50 percent government ownership in AI firms.
Abc Newsai34 days ago
OpenAI CEO Meets Senator on Public AI Ownership Proposal
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman met with Sen. Bernie Sanders this week to discuss public equity stakes in AI companies. President Trump separately described a possible partnership giving Americans a stake in AI growth.
The Hillpolitics37 days ago
Sanders says he is not rethinking endorsement of Maine Senate candidate
Sen. Bernie Sanders defended his endorsement of Democratic candidate Graham Platner in Maine’s Senate race. The candidate faces new reports of sending sexual messages to women who were not his wife.
Semaforai37 days ago
Sam Altman to Meet Sanders, Schumer, Johnson and Jeffries Amid Sanders’ AI Equity Tax Proposal and Trump Safety Order
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will meet Wednesday with Sen. Bernie Sanders and three other congressional leaders to discuss AI regulation and a proposed sovereign wealth fund.
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Senate HELP Committee Holds Bipartisan Hearing on Gender Transition Procedures for Minors
Senators heard testimony from detransitioner Chloe Cole and medical experts during a Wednesday hearing on concerns over medical interventions for minors. Sen. Bernie Sanders called the session a waste of time.
Semaforpolitics37 days ago
Sanders Proposes Federal Ownership Stake in Major AI Companies, Draws Bipartisan Criticism
Sen. Bernie Sanders is introducing legislation that would give the U.S. government ownership interests in major AI firms. The proposal follows similar moves by President Trump in other strategic sectors.
Benzingaai38 days ago
Sanders Proposes Forcing OpenAI, Anthropic and xAI to Give Federal Government 50% Equity, Board Seats and Veto Power
Sen. Bernie Sanders introduced the American AI Sovereign Wealth Fund Act on Monday to transfer 50% equity from major AI firms to a government fund. Revenue would be paid directly to Americans.
winnipegfreepress.comworld38 days ago
Sanders Says He Supports Platner Despite Past Text Messages
Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders stated Monday that he continues to back Graham Platner, the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine. The comments follow media reports about sexually explicit text messages Platner exchanged while married.
Washington Examinerpolitics39 days ago
Sanders Proposes Sovereign Wealth Fund Financed by One-Time Stock Tax on Major AI Companies
Sen. Bernie Sanders outlined a plan for a sovereign wealth fund financed by a one-time 50% tax paid in stock from companies including OpenAI, Anthropic, and xAI. The proposal appeared in a New York Times op-ed published Monday morning.
Reasonpolitics51 days ago
Data Centers Use Less Water Than Almond Farms
Data centers consume 46 million gallons of water per day compared to 4.2 billion gallons used by California's almond farms. Critics including Sen. Bernie Sanders and Tucker Carlson have called for limits on new data center construction over electricity and water concerns.
Fox Newspolitics65 days ago
Sanders Campaign Paid for Netflix Subscription Using Donor Funds Amid Prior Criticisms
Federal Election Commission records show Sen. Bernie Sanders' campaign used donor money to pay for a Netflix subscription from January to March. This occurred despite Sanders' previous criticisms of the company's tax practices and price increases. The campaign has not commented o…
newrepublic.compolitics67 days ago
Bernie Sanders Holds Rally in Detroit Supporting Michigan Democratic Candidates
U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders held a rally in Detroit on May 3, 2026, as part of his 'Fighting Oligarchy' tour. He supported Dr. Abdul El-Sayed for Senate and State Rep. Donavan McKinney for Congress. Both candidates advocate for Medicare-for-all and abolishing ICE.
New York Postai72 days ago
House Intelligence Chairman Criticizes Sanders on AI Panel
House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Rick Crawford stated that Sen. Bernie Sanders poses a threat to national security due to his planned AI panel with Chinese experts. Crawford referenced Sanders' past visits to the Soviet Union and support for certain leade…
New York Postfinance75 days ago
Maher Discusses Taxes, Criticizes Sanders on Show
Comedian Bill Maher discussed his tax payments and criticized Sen. Bernie Sanders during a segment on his show. He highlighted the tax contributions of high earners and questioned the effectiveness of government programs for the poor. The comments were made amid discussions on so…
snopes.comfinance77 days ago
Sanders Criticizes Reported $4 Billion Trump Family Gains from Presidency
Sen. Bernie Sanders stated that the Trump family has made $4 billion from the presidency, referencing a report on their cryptocurrency and other deals. The report estimates total gains at $4.05 billion, with significant increases in crypto profits. Elizabeth Warren has also calle…
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Sanders Seeks Vote to Block U.S. Bomb, Bulldozer Sales to Israel
Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont plans to force a Senate vote this week on legislation to prohibit the sale of nearly $500 million in bombs and bulldozers to Israel. He stated that U.S. taxpayers should not fund military support to Israel's government amid ongoing conflicts. The mo…
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Democrat Analilia Mejia Expected to Win New Jersey's 11th Congressional District Election
Analilia Mejia, a Democrat and former aide to Sen. Bernie Sanders, is expected to defeat Republican Joe Hathaway in the special election for New Jersey's 11th Congressional District on Thursday. The race follows Mejia's February primary victory and aims to fill the seat vacated b…