President Donald Trump has announced the creation of a new Super Intelligence Force, tasked with coordinating the federal government’s approach to artificial intelligence, now rebranded as "super intelligence." The initiative will be led by national intelligence director Jay Clayton, who will serve as chair, alongside vice chairs including Federal Trade Commission Chair Andrew Ferguson, Undersecretary of War for Research and Engineering Emil Michael, and Office of Personnel Management Director Scott Kupor.
Trump first indicated plans for an AI-focused task force in September, despite his public skepticism toward AI safety concerns. The new Super Intelligence Force reflects the administration’s effort to emphasize AI’s transformative potential, which Trump described as surpassing the Industrial Revolution and the internet in impact.
The task force has a 120-day deadline to produce a report outlining the risks and opportunities presented by AI technologies. Clayton has emphasized the importance of maintaining U.S. leadership in AI development, warning that falling behind countries like China poses significant risks.
The group’s mandate includes developing strategies to address threats enabled by super intelligence while avoiding excessive regulation that could hinder innovation and competition. This move follows recent White House engagements with tech executives, who signed a non-binding safety pledge related to AI development.
By establishing this task force, the administration aims to balance advancing AI capabilities with managing potential societal risks, positioning the U.S. to remain competitive in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.