Bill Foster
Congressman for Illinois and the only Ph.D. physicist in Congress. Before entering Congress, he worked at Fermi National Accelerator Lab and also ran a theater lighting company.
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Jul 31, 2025 • 34min
What a Nuclear Physicist in Congress Thinks of Trump's AI Strategy, Iran's Bomb Threat
Bill Foster, the only Ph.D. physicist in Congress and former Fermi Lab researcher, dives into the chasm between science and policy. He laments the declining support for research in the U.S., worrying it may jeopardize technological supremacy, especially against China. Foster highlights the dangers of deregulated AI and the ambiguous status of Iran’s nuclear ambitions. He underscores the strategic challenges posed by Iran's potential nuclear threat and calls for a reassessment of scientific funding and priorities.
Dec 6, 2025 • 1h 10min
The Congressman Who Gets AI Extinction Risk— Rep. Bill Foster on the Future of Humanity | For Humanity | Ep. 75
In this engaging conversation, Congressman Bill Foster, the only PhD scientist in Congress and a former Fermilab physicist, delves into the pressing risks posed by AI. He draws chilling parallels between AI and nuclear threats, highlighting Congress's struggle to keep up with rapid advancements. Foster shares insights on the dangers of confidential computing and the urgent need for chip verification. As a banking subcommittee member, he warns of a looming financial bubble in AI, advocating for greater scientific literacy in government to navigate these challenges.
