Donald Trump says AI effort will "lead the World in Super Intelligence" to keep U.S. preeminence

On Sunday, President Donald Trump announced that Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton would serve as the administration’s artificial‑intelligence coordinator, heading a newly formed unit called the Super Intelligence Force. The group, which also includes leaders from the FTC, the Pentagon’s technology office and the Office of Personnel Management, is tasked with assessing AI risks and opportunities and delivering a 120‑day report on the federal government’s role. Trump said the effort is meant to preserve U.S. preeminence in advanced AI and protect American interests. The move follows recent warnings from researchers about possible existential threats from the technology and bipartisan calls for stronger oversight, while the president has cautioned against heavy regulation that could hinder competition with China.