AI May Replace 100M U.S. Jobs — Democrats Push for ‘Robot Tax’

A new Senate report warns AI could displace up to 100 million U.S. jobs in the next decade.

Democrats, led by Sen. Bernie Sanders, are pushing for a bold solution: a “robot tax”.

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The study shows 20 major workforce sectors at risk — with 15 facing over 50% automation.

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The hardest hit? Fast food and counter workers. Nearly 3 million jobs could vanish — an 89% loss.

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Other high-risk jobs: customer service, freight movers, and executive assistants — with automation above 80%.

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What is the robot tax? A levy on companies for each human job replaced by machines or AI systems.

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Funds from the tax would support retraining programs and help replace lost payroll taxes.

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Even Bill Gates has backed similar ideas, saying automation winners must “pay their fair share.”

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Sanders also proposes a 32-hour workweek, $17 minimum wage, and stronger worker protections.

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