The closer the date gets for the 2024 U.S. presidential election, the bolder the predictions get from AI tool ChatGPT. Recently, the chatbot, posing as ‘AI Nostradamus,’ predicted some possible outcomes of the election. While other polls or analyses tend to follow the beaten path, this time around, ChatGPT’s predictions included political changes and the possibility of social unrest.
However, when questioned about the face-off between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, the AI response presented an unusual scenario in which neither of the candidates expected to win was to be declared the eventual winner. Instead, it seemed to suggest that maybe neither Trump nor Harris was likely to take control but “a dark horse” would instead.
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Adding a poetic flair to the prediction, the AI observed, “But in the final hour, a twist unforeseen, neither may claim the throne of serene. A name unspoken in many a tale will rise to power, beyond the pale. Though Trump and Kamala shall fight with might, another will lead, emerging from the night.”
Trump and Harris also have relatively unknown running mates in the persons of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Ohio Senator JD Vance. Could the mystery candidate the AI was referring to be one of these? Only time will tell.
Ivanka Trump’s Role and Elon Musk’s Influence
In addition to its predictions on electoral outcomes, ChatGPT made many predictions outside of electoral outcomes. In response, the AI reported that Ivanka Trump could potentially play a significant role in the political arena. Secondly, Elon Musk’s name appeared in the reflections from ChatGPT, though the nature of his potential involvement is not clear.
Aside from the election predictions, some of the revelations by ChatGPT were about the likelihood of civil unrest and social turmoil in the event of the elections. The AI warned of protests and rallies with possible violence, much like what happened during the events surrounding the January 6, 2021 Capitol attack.
“The eagle’s land, torn by division, will see unrest, born of derision. Protests, marches, and rallies loudly shall stir beneath a darkening cloud,” it warned, painting a politically charged atmosphere that may lead to conflicts and demonstrations.
Despite these gloomy prophecies, ChatGPT was upbeat about reconciliation once the election dust settles. The AI envisioned a future of healing in which leaders would strive to mend divisions and promote unity and peace.
According to Decrypt, the Google Gemini AI did not entertain speculating or making remarks on the results of U.S. elections. Rather, it gave a link to Google Search while making the statement, “I can’t help with responses on elections and political figures right now.” The Gemini had boasted about the virtues of accuracy; however, admitted that it was not absolutely free from mistakes. Asked more complex questions regarding election results, the Google chatbot still would not make an attempt to speculate on this issue.
