As President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping gear up for their upcoming summit in Washington, there is growing pressure from Democratic lawmakers for the leaders to address the potential risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) development. Key figures like Representative Ro Khanna are advocating for a formal agreement between the U.S. and China to establish safety protocols similar to nuclear arms control. Democrats are urging Trump to engage in diplomacy focused on slowing AI development, with suggestions that a successful agreement could even position the leaders for future accolades such as the Nobel Peace Prize. Despite skepticism about the likelihood of a deal, the discussions around AI safety are becoming increasingly urgent as both nations continue their competitive race in AI technology.