Trump Forms AI Task Force Led by Clayton

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  • October 8, 2026 at 1:02 AM ET
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President Donald Trump has established a new federal AI task force, rebranded as the 'Super Intelligence Force,' led by Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton. The task force aims to coordinate efforts to maintain U.S. leadership in AI and protect American interests.

  • President Trump forms 'Super Intelligence Force' to lead federal AI efforts
  • Task force includes FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson, Pentagon's Emil Michael, and OPM Director Scott Kupor
  • Group will engage with consumers, public interest groups, religious organizations, infrastructure providers, and industry leaders
  • Task force reports directly to Trump and Chief of Staff Susie Wiles
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✓Task Force FormationBroad AgreementTrump forms 'Super Intelligence Force' led by Jay Clayton
✓Task Force MembersBroad AgreementIncludes FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson, Pentagon's Emil Michael, and OPM Director Scott Kupor
✓Stakeholder EngagementBroad AgreementGroup will engage with consumers, public interest groups, religious organizations, infrastructure p…
✓Task Force Formation
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Trump forms 'Super Intelligence Force' led by Jay Clayton
✓Task Force Members
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Includes FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson, Pentagon's Emil Michael, and OPM Director Scott Kupor
✓Stakeholder Engagement
Broad Agreement
Group will engage with consumers, public interest groups, religious organizations, infrastructure providers, and industry leaders
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President Donald Trump has established a new federal task force focused on artificial intelligence (AI), rebranded as the 'Super Intelligence Force,' according to multiple reports. The announcement comes after Trump hosted top executives from leading AI companies at the White House last week, where they signed a voluntary accord to self-police the development of AI technology.

According to PBS News, Trump appointed Jay Clayton, his Director of National Intelligence, to lead the task force. The group will coordinate federal efforts to ensure that America continues to lead in what Trump refers to as 'Super Intelligence.' Other members include Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew Ferguson, Pentagon Chief Technology Officer Emil Michael, and Office of Personnel Management Director Scott Kupor.

The task force is tasked with engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, including consumers, public interest groups, religious organizations, critical infrastructure providers, and AI companies. As reported by CBS News, the formation of the task force follows Trump's directive to use the term 'Super Intelligence' instead of artificial intelligence.

The announcement also includes details about a voluntary accord signed by top AI firms such as OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Meta, Nvidia, and Elon Musk's SpaceXAI. The accord outlines four layers of controls and audits to ensure the safety and intended use of AI models. Trump described the standards as 'morally binding' and emphasized the importance of self-policing within the industry.

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