Obama Warns of AI Risks as Trump Claims He’s the Only ‘Guardrail’

Former President Obama addresses AI dangers, contrasting with Trump's claims of being the sole 'guardrail' for the technology.

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September 15, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, D.C. — Former President Barack Obama has expressed concerns about the risks of artificial intelligence, following a statement from President Donald Trump who claimed he should be the sole ‘guardrail’ for the technology.

Trump criticized calls for more regulation on AI, suggesting a “SICK conspiracy” was working against the technology’s progress. In contrast, Obama supported the idea of slowing down AI development, calling it a “good and necessary first step.”

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Obama emphasized that AI is advancing rapidly and warned that its impact is not overhyped. He argued that decisions about AI’s future should involve both companies and the public, rather than just industry leaders. Meanwhile, AI executives like Sam Altman and Elon Musk echoed support for measures to ensure safety and transparency in AI development.

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