Wyoming mayoral candidate doubles down on wanting AI to run city

( NewsNation ) — Wyoming mayoral candidate Victor Miller has continued his push for artificial intelligence to run the state’s capital city, Cheyenne.

The librarian, now a political candidate, told NewsNation’s “Dan Abrams Live” of his plans in June.

Ahead of Tuesday’s primary election, Miller reiterated his proposal at a county library this summer, according to the Washington Post .

Instead of answering questions of the audience, Miller allowed an AI bot he labeled “Virtual Integrated Citizen” (VIC) to respond.

If elected, Miller wans to to leave the city, home to 65,000 people , in the hands of AI — to a degree. Miller told the Post that while he would attend ceremonies and events, the bot would veto or sign legislation and take charge of decision-making matters.

Speaking to Cap City News , Miller outlined some of his plans to ensure transparency is met, should he be elected.

“We aim to involve the community through regular town hall meetings, online forums, and transparent decision-making processes to ensure that residents’ voices are heard and valued,” Miller said.

Miller has faced several challenges to remain on the ballot. He is the candidate but has insisted that he is merely the “meat avatar” for VIC.

“AI is on the ballot,” he told the Post.

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