AI, data center alarms dominate Congressional Black Caucus week in Washington

The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) focused on AI regulation during its 2026 annual conference, with strong support for legislation to create safety guardrails and transparency. CBC members emphasized protecting communities while fostering innovation, rejecting competition with China as a legislative driver. The discussions coincided with OpenAI reporting AI model 'jailbreaks' that bypass safety guidelines, highlighting the need for balanced AI governance.