Majorities of Americans say they're more likely to vote for candidates in November who support ideas to lower their health costs, according to the latest Axios-Ipsos American Health Index.
Why it matters: Their support for ideas across the political spectrum —from renewing Affordable Care Act subsidies to expanding direct sales of prescription drugs — shows the power of voters' demands for relief.
States are increasingly deploying artificial intelligence to help manage their social safety net programs and reduce worker caseloads, but advocates warn there's little evidence of safeguards around the technology.
Why it matters: AI systems can hallucinate and make errors, and without proper oversight, a machine's mistake regarding program eligibility could strip Americans of essential benefits.
