Silicon Valley Invests $100 Million in Midterm Elections to Influence AI Policy

Facing potential regulatory hurdles for artificial intelligence (AI), Silicon Valley is pouring over $100 million into the 2026 U.S. midterms. This strategic investment is aimed at shaping the future of AI policy, according to The Wall Street Journal report. A new super-PAC, Leading the Future, has emerged with a clear agenda: influence the development and deployment of AI technologies through political maneuvering.