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politics2 days ago•6 min saved

Florida AG targets OpenAI with subpoenas in AI-safety probe

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced an investigation into OpenAI and its ChatGPT tool over public safety and national security concerns, promising subpoenas and urging lawmakers to expand his powers to regulate AI. The probe, tied to allegations the chatbot aided a deadly FSU shooting, follows DeSantis-era efforts to push AI policy, and comes as lawmakers have stalled on protections; OpenAI has not commented, and the state intends to explore AI data, national security risks, and child-safety issues ahead of potential new regulations.

via Politico|

#ai-regulation #chatgpt #florida

sports15 days ago•4 min saved

Florida asks NFL to end Rooney Rule for Florida teams by May 1

Florida attorney general James Uthmeier sent a letter to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell demanding that the Rooney Rule not be enforced for NFL teams in Florida, requesting confirmation by May 1 that it will be dropped and warning of civil rights enforcement if not. The request targets the Dolphins, Jaguars, and Buccaneers and cites merit-based hiring; the NFL has not publicly commented as owners prepare for meetings in Arizona amid ongoing litigation related to the Dolphins’ firing of Brian Flores.

via NBC Sports|

#civil-rights-enforcement #florida #james-uthmeier

politics8 months ago•7 min saved

Florida's New Attorney General James Uthmeier Gains Attention

James Uthmeier, Florida's new attorney general and former chief of staff to Governor DeSantis, has gained prominence through aggressive political moves like opening the 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention center, receiving praise from Trump, and engaging in controversial legal actions, while also facing scrutiny over financial transactions linked to a charity tied to Casey DeSantis.

via The New York Times|

#alligator-alcatraz #desantis #florida-attorney-general

politics2 years ago•0 min saved

DeSantis Shakes Up Campaign Team, Replaces Manager in Bid to Catch Trump

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is replacing his campaign manager Generra Peck with James Uthmeier, the chief of staff for his gubernatorial office, as part of a continued shakeup of his struggling 2024 presidential campaign. Uthmeier is known for being a trusted adviser and enforcer of DeSantis' agenda, and the change in leadership aims to position DeSantis for success in the primary and against President Joe Biden.

via CNN|

#2024-presidential-campaign #campaign-manager #james-uthmeier

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Ron DeSantis Shakes Up Campaign Team and Administration Staff"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has replaced his campaign manager, Generra Peck, with James Uthmeier, who previously served as DeSantis' chief of staff. This is the third major reshuffling of DeSantis' campaign team, and comes after the team shed a third of its staffers amid budget concerns. Peck will now serve as chief strategist. The move is aimed at improving the campaign's performance in the polls and positioning DeSantis to win the primary and defeat Joe Biden.

via POLITICO|

#campaign-manager #generra-peck #james-uthmeier