AI Chatbot's Mayoral Bid in Wyoming Sparks Legal and Ethical Debate

Victor Miller's campaign to let an AI make decisions for Cheyenne faces scrutiny from state officials and raises questions about the role of technology in governance.

Victor Miller has created an AI chatbot, VIC, to make decisions if he wins the mayoral race in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Wyoming's Secretary of State argues that AI cannot legally run for office, citing election laws requiring candidates to be real people.
Miller claims he is the actual candidate, using VIC as a tool for decision-making and transparency.
OpenAI, the company behind the chatbot's technology, has policies against using its products for political campaigning.
The situation highlights broader concerns about the integration of AI in political processes and the potential for future reliance on technology in governance.