Trump Announces Plans for New 'AI Force' and 'AI Czar' to Fuel Industry Growth

US President Donald Trump announced plans to establish an "AI Force" and appoint a new "AI czar" to oversee the advancement of the artificial intelligence sector in the United States.

In a social media statement on Saturday, President Donald Trump described artificial intelligence as "the next Industrial Revolution" and emphasized that the initiative aims to protect and accelerate the industry's growth for economic benefit. Comparing the proposed group to the Space Force established during his initial term, he provided no specific timeline or operational details for the new advisory position.

"We will not in any way hinder or stifle the Growth of this incredible Industry," President Donald Trump wrote on Truth Social. Previously, venture capitalist David Sacks served as an "AI czar" before stepping down earlier this year to act as an external adviser.

The announcement arrives amid mounting scrutiny and safety debates surrounding artificial intelligence among technology executives and the public. Earlier in the week, leaders of major artificial intelligence corporations urged a slowdown in development to address safety risks. While an Anthropic researcher warned of potential catastrophic outcomes within a decade, President Donald Trump dismissed the notion, stating during a call with Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang that "The robots will not be taking over."

David Sacks, currently chairing the Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, has similarly downplayed regulatory concerns. Meanwhile, local opposition to the expansion of data centers due to resource consumption and energy costs has drawn bipartisan attention ahead of the US midterm elections. Defending the infrastructure, President Donald Trump criticized resistance to these facilities, characterizing them as prestigious additions necessary to avoid economic stagnation.

The upcoming summit in Washington, DC, between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to highlight the competitive race in artificial intelligence technology.