The divisive issue that could decide the midterms now has $200 million on the line
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The jury is still out in terms of support from the general public on AI overall, with skepticism and lack of acceptance still floating around 50/50.
Pew polling from 2025 showed that about half of Americans are more concerned than excited about the increased use of AI in daily life. About half of respondents also said AI will worsen the ability to think creatively and form meaningful relationships.
The data also had Republicans and Democrats split on their concern. Half of respondents from both parties said they were more concerned than excited about the increased use of AI.
About 10% from both parties said they were more excited than concerned.
Favorability floats around 50% in 2026 polling from Data for Progress. It is most favored by black people (61%), those under 45 (61%), and men (57%). At the same time, it is mostly unfavorable with women (51%) and those over 45 (52%).
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Public skepticism may be the biggest hurdle for the super PAC to overcome, but it is also facing opposition money.
Another network called Public First is pledging $50 million to candidates who support regulation, in either party, in 2026.
Public First positions itself as representing American voters who have concerns about “the impacts of AI on kids, workers, consumers, and the American economy.”
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