AI Policy & Regulation
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Trump appoints Jay Clayton to lead new task force on artificial intelligence
Oct 4, 2026
AI Summary
President Trump has appointed Jay Clayton to head a new task force focused on artificial intelligence, termed the 'Super Intelligence Force.' This initiative aims to ensure the U.S. remains a leader in AI development while engaging various stakeholders in the process.
- President Trump has named Jay Clayton, the director of national intelligence, to lead a new government task force on artificial intelligence.
- The task force, referred to as the 'Super Intelligence Force,' aims to coordinate federal efforts to maintain U.S. leadership in AI technology.
- The initiative follows a meeting with AI company executives, where a voluntary accord for self-regulation was discussed.
- The task force will engage with consumers, public interest groups, religious organizations, critical infrastructure providers, and AI companies.
- Other members of the task force include FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson, Pentagon CTO Emil Michael, and OPM Director Scott Kupor.
- The group will report directly to President Trump and his chief of staff, Susie Wiles.
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