Trump Names Jay Clayton AI Czar

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President Donald Trump created a federal “Super Intelligence Force” to coordinate the government’s artificial intelligence work, which his administration calls “super intelligence.” The group will be led by Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton, FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson, Pentagon technology official Emil Michael, and personnel chief Scott Kupor, and will report to Trump and chief of staff Susie Wiles. Trump has argued that AI development is needed to keep the United States ahead of China, as safety concerns drive calls for guardrails. He said the force will protect Americans’ interests and improve their lives. A report on AI’s risks and opportunities is due within 120 days.

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Left-leaning outlets framed the move around rising safety alarms, stressing that Trump’s competition-first approach leaves risk questions unresolved. CNN linked the announcement to recent episodes that raised broad concern about AI safety. MS NOW cast the appointment as politically timed, noting public skepticism ahead of the midterms.

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Right-leaning outlets framed the force as Trump taking command of the AI race, with public benefits and national dominance at the center. Fox News emphasized federal coordination to keep America ahead and highlighted outreach across companies, consumers, public-interest groups, and infrastructure providers. Daily Mail stressed that Trump was pressing for AI supremacy despite warnings about loss of human control.

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