President Trump Unveils ‘AI Force’ and Plans for a National AI Czar
President Donald Trump has announced plans to establish a new government entity, the “AI Force”. This initiative, inspired by his first-term creation of the Space Force, includes the appointment of a dedicated AI czar. The czar will be responsible for overseeing the rapidly expanding artificial intelligence industry within the United States.
In a comprehensive post on Truth Social dated Saturday, September 20, Trump expressed his administration’s commitment to resist any attempts to slow down or regulate AI development. He dismissed safety concerns as a “hoax”. The president emphasized that the White House “will not in any way hinder or stifle the growth of this incredible industry”. This stance is part of a broader strategy to outpace China in the global AI race.
The announcement from Trump comes amidst increasing calls from lawmakers, scientists, and leading AI executives, including those at Anthropic and OpenAI. These voices urge the government to implement safety measures on AI development. However, the president brushed off these concerns, suggesting that the existing criminal and civil justice systems would be adequate to address any AI-related misconduct. The White House has not yet confirmed whether the AI Force will be a formal military branch akin to the Space Force, or a civilian oversight body. There is also no specific candidate named for the AI czar role as yet.
Source: CNN — Trump vows to create ‘AI Force’ and appoint czar (September 19, 2026)