Utah Governor Spencer Cox and Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed addressed national policy and political rhetoric in separate interviews on Sept. 13, 2026.
Key facts
- •Governor Spencer Cox stated that the federal government is not playing a sufficient role in regulating artificial intelligence.
- •Cox advocated for a 'pro-human' approach to AI and urged Congress to engage in discussions regarding potential existential risks.
- •House Speaker Mike Johnson criticized El-Sayed and other Democrats during the RNC, accusing them of aligning with socialist policies.
- •El-Sayed claimed that current economic policies and a conflict with Canada are costing the average Michigan family $5,600 per year.
- •El-Sayed dismissed Republican criticism regarding his association with Hasan Piker, noting that he is running for U.S. Senate without a running mate.
Utah Governor Spencer Cox and Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed appeared on "Face the Nation" on Sept. 13, 2026, to discuss artificial intelligence and the current political landscape. Governor Cox criticized the federal government's lack of urgency regarding AI development, while Dr. El-Sayed responded to recent criticism from Republican leaders at the RNC.
Governor Cox on AI Regulation
Governor Spencer Cox argued that the federal government should play a more active role in addressing the risks of artificial intelligence. He expressed concern over recent reports and incidents, suggesting that Congress should engage in discussions rather than avoiding the topic. While stating he does not support a moratorium or shutting down development, Cox emphasized that the government needs to be involved to manage the growing possibility of existential events.
El-Sayed Responds to RNC Criticism
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed addressed comments made by Republican speakers at the RNC, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, who criticized him and other Democrats. El-Sayed characterized the focus on him as a distraction from economic issues, such as gas and grocery prices, tariffs, and the impact of a conflict with Canada, which he stated costs the average Michigan family $5,600 annually. He also rejected claims regarding his relationship with Hasan Piker, noting that Senate candidates do not have running mates.
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