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AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

Republican donors expressed frustration after President Donald Trump dismissed concerns about artificial intelligence, labeling them a “hoax.” The comments came amid rising worries that tech firms are creating uncontrollable AI models that could threaten society. Donors, speaking anonymously, criticized Trump’s dismissive tone as out of touch with voter anxieties, comparing it to his handling of cost‑of‑living issues. They warned that ignoring public fears could cost the GOP seats in the upcoming midterms. A White House official countered that Trump’s stance aims to preserve U.S. AI leadership over China.