Trump announces AI "Super Intelligence Force"

President Donald Trump announced the creation of a new initiative called the "Super Intelligence Force" following recent discussions with top technology executives regarding safeguards for rapidly advancing artificial intelligence.

The president revealed the formation of the group on Sunday through a Truth Social post, framing it as the next step after what he described as the White House Accord on Super Intelligence. Trump noted that he has instructed the federal government to use the term "super intelligence" rather than artificial intelligence, emphasizing a goal to maintain American leadership in the sector.

According to Trump, the new task force will act as a bridge between the federal government and outside parties, including industry representatives, infrastructure providers, public interest organizations, religious communities, and consumers. The initiative is set to be led by Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton, alongside Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew Ferguson, Pentagon chief technology officer and under secretary Emil Michael, and Office of Personnel Management Director Scott Kupor. The leadership team will report directly to Trump and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles.

The move comes directly after a White House gathering that brought together executives from prominent technology and artificial intelligence firms, including OpenAI, Google, Anthropic, Meta, Nvidia, and Elon Musk's xAI. During the session, corporate leaders agreed to a voluntary set of safety measures, which Trump characterized as "morally binding," expressing confidence that companies are prepared to supervise their own operations.

Based on a document Trump shared online, participating tech firms pledged to follow a four-tier framework of evaluations and audits designed to ensure models function properly. These commitments encompass internal reviews, assessments by independent third-party auditors, and oversight from corporate boards of directors. The participating organizations also agreed to convene on an ongoing basis to refine safety guidelines and technical practices across the industry.

The announcement unfolds amid broader national debates and heightened scrutiny regarding the technological impact and risks linked to advanced artificial intelligence tools. Trump had previously indicated to reporters following the corporate summit that he planned to designate an official AI coordinator in short order, with Clayton now positioned at the forefront of the administration's strategic efforts.