Mark Kelly Warns AI Is Reshaping U.S. Jobs, Urges Plan That Benefits 1 Workforce

1 articles · Updated · Benzinga · Jun 1

Mark Kelly said AI is rapidly reshaping U.S. work, the energy grid and long-term economic competitiveness, arguing policymakers must act so workers are not left behind.
On X, the Arizona Democrat said his “AI for America” plan would keep the United States competitive while spreading gains beyond big tech.
Adam Schiff echoed the concern, saying Americans doubt Congress can regulate AI effectively even as the technology increasingly affects entry-level jobs and the broader workforce.
The debate remains split: Geoffrey Hinton warned AI could drive unemployment and concentrate wealth, while Jeff Bezos and Sam Altman rejected predictions of a broad job apocalypse.

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