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Episode Synopsis
On the day President Trump took office, he revoked the Biden administration’s executive order that imposed guardrails on the development and use of artificial intelligence technology. Since then, Vice President JD Vance and DOGE have pushed to integrate AI into critical government functions. But government use of AI raises important questions about data privacy and democratic integrity. Will the adoption of AI truly benefit Americans? How can we trust this process given the unprecedented role of tech billionaires in the new administration? And what might come next? Listen to the recording of a conversation with a leading technology journalist, former government AI leaders, and Brennan Center experts as they discuss the potential consequences and future of AI in the federal government. Speakers: Vittoria Elliott, Platforms and Power Reporter, WiredFaiza Patel, Senior Director, Brennan Center Liberty and National Security ProgramSuresh Venkatasubramanian, Professor of Data Science and Computer Science, Brown UniversityModerator: Kareem Crayton, Vice President of Washington, DC, Brennan CenterIf you enjoy this program, please give us a boost by liking, subscribing, and sharing with your friends. If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts, please give it a 5-star rating. Recorded on April 2, 2025.Keep up with the Brennan Center’s work by subscribing to our weekly newsletter, The Briefing: https://go.brennancenter.org/briefing
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