Trump says DOJ will curb AI risks 'if we have to'

President Donald Trump said Monday that the Department of Justice and other law enforcement agencies will rein in artificial intelligence risks "if we have to," while reiterating his commitment to maintaining U.S. leadership over China in AI development. Trump downplayed potential dangers from AI, which he has repeatedly called a hoax, and emphasized that "whoever wins AI, WINS!" He stated he will not stifle growth of something he called bigger than the Industrial Revolution or the Internet, but noted the DOJ and other bodies could intervene if necessary. The White House has taken a light regulatory approach, with Trump's June executive order asking companies to voluntarily evaluate "covered frontier models" and provide government access up to 30 days before broad release.