# Democratic leader calls out Trump family’s ‘financial stake’ in AI industry > Source: > Published: 2026-09-15 13:31:31+00:00 # Democratic leader calls out Trump family’s ‘financial stake’ in AI industry - Georgia Democratic Sen. [Jon Ossoff](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/jon-ossoff) has accused President[Donald Trump](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/donald-trump) of being compromised on artificial intelligence regulation due to his[family](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/family) 's financial stake in the sector. - Ossoff highlighted that [Donald Trump Jr.](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/donald-trump-jr) is a partner in 1789 Capital, a venture firm with heavy investments in AI laboratories and data centers. - The comments follow Trump's recent rejection of AI safety warnings, where he dismissed calls for regulation as a conspiracy that could give China a competitive edge. - Ossoff called for Big Tech leaders to testify before Congress, allow laboratory inspections, and take measures against AI-driven bioterrorism threats. - Labeling Trump as corrupt and incompetent, the senator urged voters to support Democrats in the upcoming midterm elections.