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Rational Security: The “Worlds Colliding” Edition

Sep 17, 2026 · 1h 26m

Summary

This Lawfare Podcast episode features a panel discussion on three major national security stories: the surge in AI safety concerns following a viral post by an Anthropic researcher, escalating Russian provocations along NATO's eastern flank, and a critical D.C. Circuit en banc hearing on executive contempt. The guests analyze the political dynamics of AI regulation, noting that public backlash against data centers and labor displacement is forcing industry leaders to advocate for voluntary safeguards and independent verification. They also debate the geopolitical implications of a potential…

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