He also rejected calls to slow the development of the technology.
Trump called concerns about artificial intelligence another in a list of what he described as “hoaxes” promoted by Democrats. He said his administration would not “hinder or stifle” the AI industry’s growth, while using existing laws to address harmful conduct.
“For this purpose, I am forming the AI Force, much like I did Space Force, which has been a tremendous SUCCESS, in my First Term,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.
“To that end, I will be announcing, in the near future, the AI ‘Czar,” he added. “Only High I.Q. individuals need apply!”
The announcement comes amid increasing debate over the technology’s potential benefits and risks, including job displacement, cybersecurity threats, and the development of increasingly capable AI systems.
Some AI researchers and industry leaders have urged stronger safeguards or a slower pace of development, while others have argued that the U.S. should move quickly to compete with China.
