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AI Focus Emerges in Massachusetts Senate Primary Election 2024

The Massachusetts Senate Democratic primary is being significantly influenced by artificial intelligence as Rep. Seth Moulton challenges incumbent Sen. Ed Markey. Moulton has leveraged Markey's uncertain response on AI during a recent debate to gain traction. Meanwhile, Markey has received $500,000 from Anthropic-backed Public First Action, which supports his regulatory stance on AI. With AI corporations heavily financing both candidates, including a $20 million donation from Anthropic to Public First Action, the outcome may affect future AI regulations — a key concern for voters and markets alike.