Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.), representing a region with a significant tech industry presence, has condemned the use of artificial intelligence in the latest Call of Duty title, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. The game’s extensive use of AI-generated material, including icons, posters, and achievements, has drawn criticism from players who describe it as ‘AI slop.’ Khanna’s concerns extend beyond the gaming sector, as he advocates for broader regulations to prevent AI from replacing human labor and exacerbating economic inequality.
The lawmaker calls for measures such, as requiring artists to have a stake in AI deployment and imposing a tax on mass job displacement. His comments reflect growing debates about the ethical and economic implications of AI in creative industries. The discussion highlights the tension between innovation and labor rights in an increasingly automated world. Khanna’s criticism is part of a broader political discourse on regulating emerging technologies to ensure they benefit society rather than disrupt traditional employment models.