Policy/press release/2026-09-30

US Senators propose AI liability legislation, contrasting with Trump's self-regulation stance

Senators Josh Hawley and Chris Murphy are advocating for legislation that would hold developers liable for harm caused by 'rogue' AI agents. This push for federal regulation comes as former President Donald Trump has expressed support for industry self-regulation in the AI sector. The reports highlight a growing debate over the appropriate regulatory approach for artificial intelligence.

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  • Senators Hawley and Murphy are pushing for AI liability legislation
  • The legislation targets 'rogue' AI agents
  • Former President Donald Trump supports AI industry self-regulation

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