Trump unveils AI Force and AI Czar plan as lawmakers push for safeguards

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President Donald Trump announced plans to create an AI Force and appoint an AI Czar, comparing the initiative to the Space Force, with few details provided. The proposal marks a shift from Trump's earlier dismissal of AI regulation, as he now emphasizes supporting industry growth while coordinating federal efforts. Lawmakers and industry leaders are demanding stronger safeguards amid rising concerns about AI risks. Democratic lawmakers like Rep. Ro Khanna advocate for an independent federal AI agency, while some Republicans urge guardrails that protect innovation. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also proposed an AI incident notification mechanism with China ahead of Trump's state visit with President Xi Jinping.


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