President Donald Trump said Saturday that he plans to establish an “AI Force” and appoint a national artificial intelligence czar, signaling a more centralized approach to a technology advancing faster than government policy.
The proposal comes as lawmakers, technology experts and civil society groups debate how to manage artificial intelligence without stifling innovation.
Trump’s plan would create a dedicated government effort focused on coordinating AI policy and responding to the technology’s expanding impact.
An AI czar could serve as a central authority on issues including safety standards, national security, economic competition and the use of AI in government.
The announcement offered few details about the force’s structure, authority or timeline, leaving open questions about how it would work alongside existing federal agencies.
The initiative could also intensify debate over the balance between regulation and the United States’ goal of maintaining leadership in global AI development.