Bernie Sanders: AI Threat May Be Greater Than Nuclear Weapons, Warns Senator

Senator Bernie Sanders claims AI risks could surpass nuclear dangers, urging stronger regulations and government action.

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September 16, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Washington, United States — Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont has warned that the potential risks posed by artificial intelligence may be more significant than those from nuclear weapons, highlighting the urgent need for regulatory action.

Sanders emphasized that technologies capable of endangering humanity should face severe consequences, drawing a parallel between AI development and illegal nuclear weapon creation. He argued that if one is punished for creating a nuclear threat, the same should apply to AI projects with similar risks.

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The senator has long criticized the rapid advancement of AI, noting that even some Republicans are now expressing concerns. Recent discussions among lawmakers followed warnings from AI researchers, including Jacob Coxon, who resigned from Anthropic, and CEO Dario Amodei, who called for a slowdown in AI development. Meanwhile, President Trump dismissed AI concerns as a ‘HOAX,’ prompting criticism from Sanders.

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