›National union leaders, including the head of the California Federation of Labor Unions, urged Governor Gavin Newsom to protect workers as artificial intelligence threatens to replace or surveil employees. Why it mattersAs AI continues to advance, there are growing concerns about its impact on workers, including job losses and increased workplace surveillance. The detailsThe labor organizations are sponsoring a package of new bills aimed at reining in the use of AI and protecting workers, including safeguards against workplace spying and restrictions on layoffs. On February 4, 2026, union leaders held a news conference near the California state Capitol. The players Lorena Gonzalez President of the California Federation of Labor Unions and former state lawmaker from San Diego.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 05, 2026 06:47 UTC