Source: ACLU

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has issued a press release commenting on the Trump administration's recently announced AI action plan, expressing significant concerns about its potential impact on civil liberties and civil rights. While acknowledging the importance of fostering technological innovation, the ACLU argues that the administration's plan fails to incorporate adequate safeguards to protect the public from the well-documented risks of artificial intelligence, particularly when used in government and law enforcement contexts.

The ACLU's primary criticism is that the plan prioritizes deregulation and rapid deployment of AI over the protection of fundamental rights. The organization warns that without strong, enforceable guardrails, the increased use of AI could exacerbate existing societal biases, leading to discriminatory outcomes in areas such as criminal justice, housing, and employment. The statement highlights the dangers of unchecked AI-powered surveillance technologies and automated decision-making systems that lack transparency and accountability. The ACLU calls on the administration and Congress to implement robust protections, including comprehensive privacy laws and stringent anti-discrimination rules, to ensure that the advancement of AI does not come at the cost of Americans' rights and freedoms.