AI-Linked PACs Outspend Local Donors in South Dakota Senate Race

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Political action committees tied to artificial intelligence companies and investors have poured nearly $1 million into a South Dakota Senate race. The spending by AI-affiliated PACs has already surpassed contributions made by South Dakota residents themselves. The seat is considered reliably Republican and currently has an incumbent running for reelection. The unusual outside spending has drawn attention to the growing political influence of the AI industry. The race had been relatively low-profile before the influx of AI-linked money.

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