Brendan Bordelon
POLITICO technology reporter who covers tech policy and regulatory debates; provides analysis of industry motives and legal questions around AI preemption in the episode.
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Dec 11, 2025 • 23min
Why Trump is fighting states over AI
Brendan Bordelon and Gabby Miller, both POLITICO technology reporters, dive into Donald Trump's recent announcement to ban state AI laws through an executive order. They explore how this shift aims to placate Silicon Valley while sparking potential legal conflicts over federal authority. Discussions highlight the industry's preference for light federal regulations versus stricter state laws. They also analyze whether state governments will still pursue AI legislation and the impact on Congress amidst upcoming midterm elections.
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Sep 18, 2025 • 27min
AI, China, and the fight over free speech: Takeaways from POLITICO’s Tech Summit
Brendan Bordelon and Anthony Adragna, both insightful POLITICO technology reporters, dive into the heated discussions from the recent AI & Tech Summit. They explore the partisan battles over online speech in the wake of Charlie Kirk's assassination, revealing tensions and differing strategies among lawmakers. The conversation also highlights the dichotomy between federal AI policy and state regulations, particularly California's approach, along with rising concerns about the influence of government on tech firms.
