Steyer Makes AI Policy a Focus in California Governor's Race

Tom Steyer leads California's Democratic primary at 21%, arguing that his focus on artificial intelligence — the technology behind systems like ChatGPT — sets him apart from rivals Katie Porter and Xavier Becerra. At an April town hall, Steyer claimed no other candidate had staked out a clear position on regulating AI. California's dominance as a tech center makes this relevant, though turning campaign promises into actual rules will be difficult.