Bernie Sanders Warns of AI-Driven Job Displacement, Calls for Labor Reforms

Senator Bernie Sanders issued a stark warning about the disruptive potential of artificial intelligence and robotics during a recent appearance on "The Joe Rogan Experience." The independent lawmaker from Vermont argued that millions of American workers face displacement as corporations prioritize automation over human labor.

"They couldn't care less," Sanders said of tech executives, accusing them of chasing profits at workers' expense. The senator proposed radical solutions including a 32-hour workweek, universal basic income, and enhanced labor protections to mitigate the coming wave of automation.

His comments reflect growing concerns about AI's economic impact. In April, Sanders amplified these warnings during a CNN town hall, predicting widespread job losses without systemic reforms. The debate coincides with increasing institutional adoption of AI technologies across financial markets.