While Trump is doing his best to deregulate AI, DeSantis is pushing legislation in Florida that would put a number of new limits on it. What conclusions should we draw from this conflict?
First, DeSantis is running for president in 2028, and he sees AI regulation as a wedge issue that could separate J.D. from the base. He’s probably right. Second, since Trump is far more popular than the governor in Florida, and is less of a lame duck, do not expect the Florida Legislature to defy his wishes on this point.