US AI Regulation Push Gains Bipartisan Momentum

New polling shows strong bipartisan support for federal AI regulation, including a dedicated agency, testing requirements, deepfake labeling, and international rules. This challenges the narrative of partisan gridlock. A former OpenAI board member warns we may need an AI 'Chernobyl' to trigger real regulation. Meanwhile, Oklahoma campaigns are using AI for deceptive ads and voter analysis, with regulators struggling to keep up. State-level bans on AI mental health tools (Illinois, Nevada) add to governance fragmentation. These developments signal a new regulatory battleground that could affect AI companies serving political clients and increase compliance costs.