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Trump names national intelligence director Jay Clayton to lead a new federal AI task force

What happened
President Trump has appointed Jay Clayton, his director of national intelligence, to lead a new government task force focused on artificial intelligence. The task force will coordinate the federal effort on artificial intelligence and reach out to various stakeholders, including consumers, public interest groups, and AI companies. Others on the task force include the Federal Trade Commission's chairman, Andrew Ferguson, and Emil Michael, the Pentagon's chief technology officer.
Why it matters
The establishment of this task force may have implications for the development and regulation of artificial intelligence in the US, with potential impacts on national security, consumer protection, and economic interests. The task force's goals may include ensuring the US leads in AI development and protecting American interests.
Key facts
- Jay Clayton will lead the new task force
- The task force will report to Trump and his chief of staff, Susie Wiles
- The group will include Andrew Ferguson, Emil Michael, and Scott Kupor
- The task force's goals include ensuring the US leads in AI development and protecting American interests.
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