As artificial intelligence becomes an increasingly important issue in U.S. politics, nonprofit organization Regulating AI has launched a new interview series aimed at giving candidates and elected officials a platform to discuss their positions on the technology ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
The series, “AI on the Ballot”, will run every Wednesday through Nov. 3 and feature 20 episodes focused on topics including artificial intelligence, energy, jobs, infrastructure, innovation, and related policy issues.
According to Regulating AI, the initiative is intended to address what it describes as a lack of direct public discussion about AI policy from candidates seeking federal and state office, despite the technology’s growing influence on the economy, national security, and the workforce.
“AI is no longer a niche technology issue. It is an economic issue, a jobs issue, a national security issue, and a civil rights issue. Every candidate running for federal or state office in 2026 owes voters a clear position on AI. This series gives them the platform to do exactly that, fairly, substantively, and on the record,” said Sanjay K. Puri, founder and chairman of Regulating AI.
Each 30-minute episode will be distributed across YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, LinkedIn, Instagram, and X. The organization said its combined audience includes more than 200,000 subscribers, ranging from voters and Capitol Hill staff to Fortune 500 executives.
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Regulating AI said participating campaigns will receive a complimentary content package after their interviews air, including the full recording, short-form video clips, graphics, and promotional materials for use across digital platforms.
The nonprofit said the series follows an equal-access format, with both nominees in every featured race receiving identical invitations, interview formats, and airtime. Topics are shared with participants in advance, and the program does not include campaign fundraising, endorsements, or campaign materials. The organization said the interview format has been reviewed by legal counsel.
The guest lineup announced so far includes U.S. Sens. Pete Ricketts of Nebraska and Todd Young of Indiana; U.S. Reps. Sarah McBride of Delaware, Ben Cline of Virginia, Kat Cammack of Florida, and Jay Obernolte of California; California State Sen. Scott Wiener; Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer; and Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers.
The series will focus on competitive races in Georgia, Michigan, Ohio, Arizona, North Carolina, Maine, Wisconsin, Virginia, Colorado, and New Hampshire. It will also examine federal AI legislation, AI taxation, and election night developments as the 2026 midterms approach.