# Sanders Targets AI Giants with 50% Tax

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Podcast: [Global News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/global-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7448525)
Published: 2026-06-18T08:29:47+00:00
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Bernie Sanders is launching a radical AI tax plan that would impose a 50% levy on stock of big AI firms once they hit $200 million in annual AI revenue, funneling the proceeds into a $7 trillion sovereign wealth fund to directly benefit Americans through payments, healthcare, and education. This marks the first legislative push for public ownership of AI giants, with a seven-member commission to oversee investments and block harmful decisions. Sanders frames it as a battle against oligarchy, aiming to ensure AI’s massive profits don’t just enrich billionaires but uplift everyday workers. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/63bc0ff0022183b1

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