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Podcast: The Smerconish Podcast
Episode: Today's Poll Question: Is it good or bad that the Pentagon is using A.I.?
Description: Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: On balance, is it good or bad news that the Pentagon is using artificial intelligence?
As the U.S. military deploys advanced AI tools like Palantir’s Maven Smart System to process battlefield intelligence and assist in real-time targeting, a political and ethical firestorm is brewing. After a reported fallout between the Pentagon and AI firm Anthropic, questions swirl about mass surveillance, autonomous weapons, and who controls the future of warfare—the military or Silicon Valley. Michael is clear about where he stands, but what do you think? Is AI a necessary strategic edge in a...