US President Donald Trump has appointed Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton to lead a new government body tasked with overseeing artificial intelligence development. The organization, officially named the Super Intelligence Force, will evaluate risks and assess the government's role in the sector.
The new structure is mandated to submit its first report on the state of the industry within 120 days. The directive also formalizes a shift in terminology, replacing the term artificial intelligence with superintelligence in official government communications.
Jay Clayton will serve as chairman, supported by deputy chairs Emil Michael, Scott Kupor, and Andrew Ferguson. The council also includes high-ranking officials such as Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles.
External advisors to the group include David Sacks and Condoleezza Rice. The body aims to ensure US leadership in the field while coordinating regulatory measures across existing federal agencies to address potential risks and opportunities.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent commented on the industry's direction, suggesting that AI developers should prioritize self-regulation. He noted that labs are increasingly expected to take responsibility for addressing concerns rather than focusing on existential threats.
