Protecting Americans from AI Threats
Protecting Americans from AI Threats
AI Without Guardrails Is a Risk Texans Did Not Agree To
As a veteran and a cybersecurity architect, my job has always been to think ahead. To ask not just “can we build it,” but “what happens when it fails.”
Right now, artificial intelligence is moving faster than our laws, our infrastructure planning, and our public oversight. And Texans are already paying the price.
Across Central Texas, large-scale data centers are expanding rapidly to support AI and cloud computing. These facilities bring real economic activity, but without clear rules, they also bring real risks to our power grid, our water systems, and our national security.
AI in the wrong hands is dangerous and scary. Some AI systems have already caused harm, like advising a child on how to hurt themselves. This madness must stop! AI should help us, not hurt us. When elected this November, I will pass legislation to:
Ensure AI is never allowed to control robots or machines that could harm people. Robots should serve humanity, not endanger it. I’ll fight to keep dangerous AI systems in check and ensure human oversight is always required.
Ban AI from deciding when to launch nukes—this should always remain in human hands. No algorithm should have the power to end lives or start wars. I’ll work to ensure these decisions are made by accountable human beings.
Prohibit AI from making life-or-death decisions, like deciding who to shoot or harm. AI weapons are a threat to everyone’s safety. I’ll fight to keep Americans safe from this technology.
Hold billionaires accountable to explain why AI systems behave the way they do. When AI makes mistakes or causes harm, we deserve answers. I’ll ensure tech companies are transparent and accountable for their creations.
Prevent AI from ever becoming ‘alive’—we must not gamble with the consequences of sentient AI. Let’s draw a clear line: AI should serve humanity, not threaten it.
Regulate the use of AI in hiring and employment decisions. AI systems used to screen job applicants often reinforce bias and discrimination. I’ll fight to ensure hiring practices are fair and transparent.
Protect Americans’ privacy from AI-driven surveillance. AI is increasingly used to monitor people’s activities, often without their consent. I’ll work to safeguard your right to privacy in the digital age.
Ensure AI is not used to manipulate elections or spread disinformation. AI-powered bots and deepfakes are being weaponized to undermine democracy. I’ll fight to protect free and fair elections from these threats.
Establish ethical guidelines for AI development and deployment. AI should be developed responsibly, with clear rules to prevent harm and ensure it benefits society as a whole.
Invest in education and training to prepare Americans for an AI-driven economy. As AI transforms industries, we must equip workers with the skills they need to thrive in the jobs of the future.
Support research into AI safety and accountability. We need to understand the risks of AI and develop safeguards to prevent unintended consequences. I’ll push for funding to study and address these challenges.
Ensure AI is used to enhance, not replace, human creativity and decision-making. AI should be a tool to empower people, not a substitute for human ingenuity or judgment.
We regulate aviation so people trust flying.
We regulate food so families trust what they eat.
Smart, modern rules for AI and digital infrastructure are about trust, not fear.