Virginia U.S. Senator Mark Warner has officially announced he will seek reelection in 2026, launching a campaign message centered on the economic pressures facing working families and the rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence, themes he has highlighted in recent months.

In his new campaign launch video, Warner warns that artificial intelligence is “growing at lightning speed” and could eliminate a large share of entry-level white-collar jobs, even as major corporations and the stock market continue to thrive. He ties that disruption to the everyday financial strain many Virginians face, pointing to rising grocery, energy, rental and childcare costs.

Warner argues this moment requires “big ideas,” saying the tech companies benefiting most from AI should help fund solutions. He cal

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