President Trump posted on Truth Social that he wants to appoint an “AI czar” to lead a new “AI force.” In the post, he said his administration would not hinder or stifle the growth of the AI industry, describing an intent to support and “watch over” it as it develops. He also referred to data centers as “wealthy and prestigious” and claimed, without evidence, that they raised salaries, lowered taxes, and made communities safer.
The announcement came amid growing calls from across the political spectrum, and from within the industry itself, to slow down AI development.
Why it matters
The post signals a stated policy stance favoring minimal restrictions on AI growth, positioned against calls for greater caution. The proposed roles of an “AI czar” and an “AI force” were announced but not detailed in the post.