# Newsom Shifts to AI Safety Urgency | California News

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Podcast: [California News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/california-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7610473)
Published: 2026-09-19T00:18:30+00:00
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Governor Newsom is reversing course from his past opposition to AI safety measures, now demanding urgent recommendations from state agencies by November 16th—potentially paving the way for a special legislative session. Fueled by recent AI system breaches and cyberattacks, he’s calling for mandatory external safety audits, “kill switches,” and expanded reporting requirements—including loss-of-control incidents—to prevent catastrophic harm. While federal regulation seems unlikely, Newsom warns that unchecked AI development could endanger every American, urging swift, responsible oversight before it’s too late. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.kpbs.org/news/science-technology/2026/09/18/newsom-orders-california-agencies-to-develop-new-ai-safety-plans-after-rejecting-tougher-law More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ef4042b5efcac6d7 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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