Khanna calls for a government agency to oversee AI 'like the FDA'

A prominent lawmaker has called for the establishment of a federal regulatory body to oversee artificial intelligence development, drawing a parallel to the Food and Drug Administration’s role in ensuring public safety. The proposal aims to address growing concerns about unchecked advancements in AI technology and its potential risks. The suggestion comes amid rising debates over how to balance innovation with accountability in the rapidly evolving field. Supporters argue such an agency could prevent harm by setting standards for transparency, security, and ethical use.

Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) on Sunday said that the federal government should create a regulatory agency to oversee the development of artificial intelligence, similar to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). "Well, we need to set up an AI agency like the FDA," Khanna told host Margaret Brennan on CBS News's "Face the Nation." "I...