House Speaker Mike Johnson stated that Congress will not take the lead on regulating AI safety, calling instead for AI companies to adopt their own safety protocols. His comments come as pressure mounts for AI guardrails, with a former Anthropic researcher advocating for industry self-regulation while lawmakers develop a long-term framework.
House Speaker Mike Johnson called for AI industry leaders to meet with Congress and take personal responsibility for safety protocols, but resisted calls for emergency legislation or a moratorium on AI development. Johnson warned against rushing regulation that could cede technological ground to China, urging a cautious approach amid growing warnings from tech leaders about existential risks.
The Ark Encounter and Mike Johnson are commemorating the tenth anniversary of their successful legal battle against the State of Kentucky over alleged religious discrimination and First Amendment violations related to the Christian organization's operations.
Mike Johnson, recently elected U.S. House Speaker, successfully represented the Ark Encounter—a 510-foot biblical Noah's Ark replica in Kentucky—in court to restore tax incentives for the attraction.
