Utah Gov. Cox Calls for Federal Action on AI and Political Unity Amid Midterm Tensions

Utah Gov. Cox urges federal involvement in AI and warns against political polarization as midterms approach.

September 13, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Salt Lake City, Utah — Utah Governor Spencer Cox, a Republican, emphasized the need for greater federal involvement in addressing artificial intelligence during an appearance on ‘Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan’ on September 13, 2026.

Cox criticized the lack of urgency from Congress, noting that while lawmakers are typically quick to act, they have not taken sufficient steps to address the growing risks associated with AI. He cited the Hugging Face incident as a concerning example and called for a collaborative approach between government and technology companies to ensure public safety.

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The governor also addressed the impact of new postal service rules on mail-in voting, highlighting Utah’s long-standing system of vote-by-mail and its robust security measures. He acknowledged the challenges posed by inflation and housing costs, urging Congress to pass permitting reforms to boost housing supply and reduce prices.

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