DeSantis Criticizes Federal Restrictions on State AI Policies

‘Preempting [states’ policies on] AI without enacting a sensible federal framework is just an amnesty for Big Tech,’ the Florida governor said.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis during a news conference in Tampa, Fla., on Aug. 12, 2025. Chris O'Meara/AP Photo

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Thursday that states should maintain oversight of artificial intelligence (AI) and not be preempted by the federal government.

DeSantis posted his concerns on X while referring to a Politico article that stated the Trump administration was trying to get support for a package of bills that would give the federal government final say on oversight of AI.