Trump now says he wants to form an ‘AI Force’

Trump said on Truth Social that he wants to appoint an AI czar to lead a new “AI Force.” He framed the plan as a pro-growth approach, saying his administration would not hinder AI development despite rising calls for stronger oversight or pauses.

The proposal signals a policy direction centered on AI acceleration rather than precaution, aligning with industry arguments that the US should avoid slowing innovation. If formalized, an AI Force could become a vehicle for coordinating federal AI policy, but its impact would depend on whether it prioritizes competitiveness, safety, infrastructure, or deregulation.