AI in Government

A mayoral candidate in Cheyenne, Wyoming, proposed using an AI bot named Vic to assist in governing the city but conceded the race as humans remain in charge. The campaign sparked debates on AI in government and legal questions on AI holding elected office.

AI Bot Running for Mayor in Cheyenne, Wyoming

A Wyoming resident named Victor Miller filed paperwork for his ChatGPT bot named “Vic” to run for mayor in Cheyenne, Wyoming, but it was deemed illegal by the Secretary of State. The bot, intended to handle decision-making, was created as a response to city officials denying a public records request. Experts argue that AI bots are not reliable enough to run a city due to lack of common sense and real-life experience.