From The Verge · Terrence O'Brien · · 1m 10s
Trump wants to create an 'AI Force'
The president announced plans for a new government AI agency led by an 'AI czar' while promoting data centers.
In brief
The president announced plans for a new government AI agency led by an 'AI czar' while promoting data centers. Trump is positioning his administration as pro-AI development despite growing calls across the political spectrum to slow AI progress. Originally reported by The Verge.
Trump announces 'AI Force' plan
The president posted on Truth Social that he wants to appoint an 'AI czar' to lead a new 'AI force,' positioning his administration as supportive of AI growth.
“we will cherish it, help it, and watch over it, as it grows!”
Timing counters industry pressure
The announcement comes amid growing calls from across the political spectrum and within the tech industry to slow down AI development.
Trump touts data center benefits
Trump claimed without evidence that data centers are 'wealthy and prestigious' and said they raise salaries, lower taxes, and make streets safer in their communities.
“data centers were 'wealthy and prestigious'”
Compares AI Force to Space Force
Trump related the new AI Force to his creation of the Space Force, which he called a 'tremendous success.'
Few details on AI czar role
Trump provided no timeline, further details, or names for who might lead the AI Force, only insisting that 'only high I.Q. individuals need apply.'
“Only High I.Q. individuals need apply!”
Here's the gist
Trump is positioning his administration as pro-AI development despite growing calls across the political spectrum to slow AI progress.
