AI Regulation Debate Influences New York Congressional Race
New York Assemblyman Micah Lasher won the Democratic primary in the 12th Congressional District. Gov. Kathy Hochul, former Mayor Michael Bloomberg, and Rep. Jerry Nadler supported Lasher. AI industry-linked super PACs spent $18M in primary. $8M opposed Alex Bores, $7M supported him. Lasher avoided AI regulation debate that defined Bores's campaign. Lasher's win highlights Democratic Party split on AI regulation. Victory may make Democrats more cautious about AI industry