Donald Trump establishes Super Intelligence Force for artificial intelligence leadership

President Donald Trump announced the creation of a new task force called the Super Intelligence Force to oversee federal artificial intelligence strategy. WZTV and TechCrunch AI reported that the initiative aims to maintain the leadership of the United States in advanced technology developments. [1][2][3][4][6][8][9]

According to TechCrunch AI and The Hill, national intelligence director Jay Clayton will lead the new body alongside other administration officials. Trump stated on Truth Social that the entity will align federal resources and safeguard public interests while expanding artificial intelligence capabilities across the nation. [1][2][8]

techcrunch AI and The Washington Post reported that the measure comes as a response to public discussions regarding artificial intelligence safety and calls for a slowdown in model development. Trump described the shift to super intelligence as a transformation larger than both the Industrial Revolution and the internet. [2][5][7]

Trump assumed office as the 47th president of the United States on January 20, 2025. The task force represents the latest executive policy measure under his administration to structure federal oversight of emerging technologies. [2][11]