Source: SANA

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on September 19, 2026, plans to create a federal "AI Force" modeled after the Space Force established during his first term and confirmed he will appoint a high-level official referred to as an "AI Czar." Trump stated on Truth Social that applications for the AI Czar position would be limited to individuals with a "high I.Q." He described artificial intelligence as the "next Industrial Revolution" and the "new Internet," estimating its potential to account for up to 25% of U.S. GDP.

Trump emphasized that his administration intends to support and develop the AI industry rather than impose restrictive regulations, indicating that misuse of AI technology would be handled through existing civil and criminal legal frameworks. He also dismissed appeals from some technology leaders for stricter government regulations on AI, characterizing safety warnings about AI risks as a "hoax." No further legal design, mandate, or timeline details were provided concerning the AI Force or the AI Czar appointments.