Former President Trump’s reputation for gauging public sentiment has faced scrutiny as concerns grow within his own party over his stance on two emerging issues now dominating national discussions. Artificial intelligence and its rapid integration into daily life have sparked intense debate, with critics questioning whether his perspective aligns with the evolving priorities of voters and policymakers. The intersection of AI with broader economic and ethical questions has elevated these topics to the forefront, raising questions about leadership alignment on tech-driven challenges. Party insiders are reportedly weighing whether his approach reflects the shifting concerns of a public increasingly focused on the implications of advanced technology.


President Trump has long prided himself on his ability to instinctively sense the views of the public on a whole range of hot-button issues. But some in his own party are worried that he may be dramatically out of step on two intertwined issues that have suddenly become central to the national debate: artificial intelligence...