Congress Just Froze AI Laws for 3 Years and Workers Are Furious

In this episode of Talk That Tech, Trey Scott and Joseph Smith break down a controversial new federal AI proposal that has labor unions, consumer advocates, and the tech industry battling over the future of artificial intelligence. A bipartisan 269-page framework would freeze state level AI laws for three years while Congress develops a national approach, triggering strong backlash from workers who say their protections are being put on hold. The hosts unpack why major AI companies stand to benefit from a single federal standard, why unions are calling the bill a giveaway to Big Tech, and what this could mean for hiring, algorithmic bias, deepfakes, and consumer protections moving forward. The conversation also dives into one of the biggest IPOs in history as SpaceX prepares to go public at a staggering $1.75 trillion valuation. Trey and Joe explore the bull case, the risks, and whether investors should buy into Elon Musk's latest moonshot. Plus, the show examines the surprising reality of the 2026 tech job market. Hiring is rebounding in some areas, but layoffs continue across the industry as companies cut traditional roles and expand AI focused teams. The hosts break down who is winning, who is struggling, and why AI literacy is becoming a career necessity. This episode explores the intersection of AI regulation, tech investing, and the future of work in one of the most important weeks of 2026. Hosted by Trey Scott (Tech Bag Trey) and Joseph Smith #TalkThatTech #AI #SpaceX #SPCX #TechJobs #FutureOfWork #TechNews #ArtificialIntelligence #Podcast