President Donald Trump appointed Jay Clayton as the White House AI czar on October 3, 2026. Clayton is tasked with leading the newly established Super Intelligence Force, a specialized task force focused on artificial intelligence strategy.
The panel is required to submit a comprehensive report within 120 days. This document will evaluate the risks and opportunities associated with AI and determine the federal government's role in maintaining the technological leadership of the United States.
The task force includes high-profile officials such as Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The group intends to improve existing incident-reporting mechanisms instead of introducing new regulatory mandates for the industry.
The formation of this task force follows a meeting held on September 29, 2026, between Trump and AI industry leaders. During that event, the administration supported the White House Accord on Super Intelligence, a voluntary framework for corporate oversight.
