# Democrats think cracking down on AI could give them an edge

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> **Original Source**: [The Verge AI](https://www.theverge.com/policy/1013113/democrats-ai-midterms)
> **Author**: Lauren Feiner (undefined)
> **Published Date**: Monday, October 19, 2026
> **Category**: POLICY
> **Tags**: AI, The Verge AI, policy

## Executive Summary
Democrats could win back control of Congress this November, and if they do, they'll need to decide how to approach one of the country's newest and thorniest political issues: AI.



## Full Coverage
At a moment when voters are fearful of AI, Democrats are finding their footing

Democrats could win back control of Congress this November, and if they do, they'll need to decide how to approach one of the country's newest and thorniest political issues: AI

Polls predict Democrats will flip at least one chamber of Congress in the midterm elections, which would put committee leadership back in their hands. That could usher in a wave of newfound scrutiny for AI companies. Top Democrats on key committees have already signaled their willingness to press the industry on tax credits tied to data centers and recent hacking incidents , and would be able to set committee agendas if they take over, allowing them to call CEOs to testify in Congress and demand documents that explain companies' inner workings

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