California Governor Gavin Newsom has strongly condemned President Donald Trump for suggesting that Iran could attack Los Angeles and San Diego, labeling the remarks as potentially treasonous. Newsom argued that the president’s language effectively placed a target on two of California’s largest urban centers and a critical naval hub.
In response to the heightened rhetoric, the state has committed to actively monitoring for potential threats. The controversy arises from Trump’s recent statements regarding Iran’s military capabilities, which have drawn sharp rebuke from Democratic officials and concerned constituents alike.
Separately, public concern over artificial intelligence is mounting across the United States. A new Reuters/Ipsos poll indicates that most American voters believe the Trump administration and Congress are failing to adequately address the risks posed by AI technology. The six-day survey, which concluded on Monday, revealed widespread skepticism about the technology among voters of all political affiliations, with many identifying AI as a significant threat to employment. Consequently, there is a strong demand from the electorate for the government to implement new regulatory frameworks for the industry.
The AI poll results are shocking but not surprising. Everyone I know is terrified of job displacement and wants answers now.
Wait, I thought AI was just gonna take our jobs, not start wars? Can someone explain the connection between these two headlines?
Newsom is right about the danger of threatening your own citizens. That rhetoric isn’t just mean, it’s a national security liability.