What if the U.S. Government Owned Stock in AI Companies?

The U.S. government could own stock in AI companies to compensate Americans for jobs lost to automation, a proposal that raises questions about economic policy and corporate governance. Ray Schroeder explores the idea of public equity stakes as a mechanism for redistributing AI-driven profits to displaced workers.

What if the U.S. Government Owned Stock in AI Companies? jdimaggio@upcea.edu Wed, 07/15/2026 - 03:00 AM Who is responsible for compensating Americans for jobs lost to AI? Byline s Ray Schroeder