Washington D.C. – In an odd mix-up, Vice President Kamala Harris announced at a press conference today that she believed she was put in charge of all people named Al or Albert, not A.I.
“I’m excited to take on this new responsibility and ensure that all Als and Alberts in America are living their best lives,” Harris said, to the confusion of the press corps.
Reporters were quick to clarify that the Biden Administration had actually put her in charge of overseeing the development of artificial intelligence, or AI, due to growing concerns about the potential risks of the technology.
Harris was reportedly embarrassed by the mistake, but tried to laugh it off. “Well, I guess that’s what happens when you’re a Vice President and a big fan of the TV show ‘Ally McBeal,'” she joked.
Despite the initial confusion, Harris remained committed to her new role, promising to “make sure that all Als and Alberts out there feel heard and represented.”
As for her actual duties as AI czar, Harris vowed to take the responsibility seriously, working closely with tech companies like Google and Microsoft to ensure that AI is developed responsibly and safely.
“I may have gotten off on the wrong foot with this one, but I promise to give my all to both the Al and AI communities,” Harris said, smiling.
The mix-up quickly went viral on social media, with many Twitter users poking fun at the Vice President’s gaffe. “Looks like Kamala’s going to be busy running a massive census of everyone named Al,” one user tweeted.
Despite the momentary confusion, the White House remains committed to its plans to evaluate and regulate the development of AI technology. With Harris at the helm, many are hopeful that the administration will be able to navigate the potential risks and ensure that AI is used for the benefit of all Americans.
