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Sen. Ted Cruz Calls for Investigation into Foreign Influence on U.S. AI Policy

The Texas senator questions a UK-based AI nonprofit's compliance with U.S. foreign agent laws and criticizes international collaboration on AI regulations.

  • Senator Ted Cruz has requested the Department of Justice investigate whether the Centre for the Governance of Artificial Intelligence (GovAI), a UK-based nonprofit, violated the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA).
  • Cruz alleges GovAI engaged in political activities, such as lobbying and providing testimony on U.S. AI policies, without registering as a foreign agent as required by law.
  • The senator criticized recent U.S. collaboration with European governments on AI safety initiatives, including a memorandum of understanding with the UK and a global AI treaty signed in September.
  • Cruz expressed concerns that European governments are imposing stringent AI regulations on U.S. companies and influencing domestic policy through international partnerships.
  • GovAI has stated it is aware of the inquiry and is committed to cooperating with authorities, emphasizing its independence and transparency.
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