Trump expected to tap DNI Jay Clayton as new AI czar
Summary
President Donald Trump is expected to appoint Jay Clayton, the current director of national intelligence, as the White House's new artificial intelligence (AI) czar. This role will involve overseeing AI issues as Trump plans to create an "AI Force" to address the technology's rapid growth.Key Facts
- Jay Clayton currently serves as the director of national intelligence (DNI).
- President Trump is considering him for a new position as AI czar, or AI chief.
- Trump wants to keep government rules on AI light and has called fears about AI dangers a hoax.
- Clayton has identified AI threats as serious in his role as DNI.
- The announcement about Clayton’s new role could come soon, possibly by Friday.
- Trump announced the idea of an "AI Force" last month without giving many details.
- Clayton was confirmed as DNI after Tulsi Gabbard resigned in May.
- Clayton has a background as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York and received some bipartisan support.
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