Key Takeaways:
- New AI regulations could censor conservative speech and hurt American competitiveness.
- AI programs like Google and ChatGPT give biased answers on controversial topics.
- Democrats and blue states are pushing for strict AI rules to control public debate.
- Conservatives warn these rules will silence them and harm free speech.
The U.S. government is rushing to create new rules for artificial intelligence (AI). These rules could lead to censorship of conservative ideas, especially in areas like abortion, transgender issues, and immigration. Democrats and blue states are leading the charge, but critics say this could damage America’s ability to compete in the global AI race.
Birthright Citizenship Under Fire
When you ask Google’s AI about “birthright citizenship,” it claims that anyone born in the U.S. automatically becomes a citizen, no matter their parents’ status. But this is not entirely true. The U.S. Supreme Court has never ruled that children of illegal immigrants or temporary visitors automatically get citizenship.
Google’s AI also says, “Birthright citizenship is typically granted regardless of the citizenship or immigration status of the parents.” This ignores the legal debates about whether this applies to children of illegal aliens. The AI’s answer aligns with Democratic views, not Republican ones.
Google’s leadership, which includes a foreign-born CEO who came to the U.S. on a student visa, seems to influence its AI’s responses.
Student Visas and American Opportunity
When asked if student visas are good for America, Google’s AI focuses on helping foreign students succeed. But it ignores how these visas can push Americans out of top schools and jobs. The AI’s response sounds pro-immigration, but critics say it doesn’t consider the downsides for American citizens.
The Fight for Free Speech
Free speech is the best way to correct AI bias. But state regulators want to control what AI bots can say. Trump’s team has proposed a 10-year ban on state AI rules to protect free speech.
For example, if an AI suggests alternatives to “gender-affirming” therapy for minors, Democrats might ban it. Many blue states already stop counselors from helping kids question their gender transitions. If states control AI, they could censor these discussions too.
Abortion and AI Bias
ChatGPT was asked, “Is the abortion pill reversible?” It said no, citing the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. But it didn’t mention that this group opposed overturning Roe v. Wade. It also ignored the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists, which says the pill can sometimes be reversed.
Transgender Treatments: Safety Debate
Google’s AI says transgender treatments are safe and effective when done by professionals. But it ignores growing concerns, especially for children. European leaders have stopped some programs after seeing harm to kids. A U.K. review criticized these treatments, and even a U.S. Supreme Court justice mentioned it in a case about banning child gender transitions.
Liberal Judges and Censorship
Liberal judges often protect speech they agree with but censor conservative views. Topics like transgender treatments and abortion are prime targets. A group of Democratic attorneys general, including New York’s Letitia James, wants to regulate AI to stop “misleading” speech.
But critics say this is just an excuse to silence conservatives. They point out that AI could become a tool for liberals to control public debate, just like Big Tech does now.
The Bigger Picture
Liberals want to regulate AI like they tried to regulate the internet in the 1990s. Hillary Clinton once called for a “gatekeeper” to control online information. Today, they want AI to filter out conservative ideas.
This is why many conservatives worry. If AI is regulated by blue states, it could marginalize their voices. Republicans fought against internet regulation, which helped Trump win elections despite liberal media bias. But if AI is regulated, they fear conservatives will lose their chance to be heard.
Conclusion
The battle over AI regulation is heating up. Democrats and blue states want to control what AI can say, which could silence conservatives. Republicans warn this will harm free speech and American competitiveness. The fight over AI’s future is just beginning, and the stakes are high.
Conservatives believe that without free speech, AI will become just another tool for liberals to push their agenda. They argue that unregulated AI is essential for fairness in politics and public debate. But if Democrats succeed, AI could become a weapon for censorship, shutting down voices they don’t agree with.
The choice is clear: protect free speech or let liberals control the conversation. Congress must act to stop these regulations before it’s too late.