The Trump administration has launched the Super Intelligence Force, a task force led by Jay Clayton, tasked with evaluating AI risks and opportunities within 120 days. The group aims to define the federal government's role in AI safety and national security while balancing the need to maintain technological leadership against potential threats from international rivals.
The task force includes three vice chairs overseeing industry, infrastructure, and consumer interests. Emil Michael will coordinate with AI companies, Scott Kupor will work with infrastructure firms, and Andrew Ferguson will manage consumer issues, including privacy and freedom of speech. High-level officials, such as JD Vance and Pete Hegseth, are also members.
External advisors include venture capitalist David Sacks and former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. The administration intends to maintain a collaborative approach, working with companies like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Nvidia to identify risks rather than replacing corporate safety mechanisms with direct federal regulation.
The government plans to review existing laws and assess the effectiveness of current systems against data breaches and hacking. This strategy aligns with voluntary safety principles previously agreed upon by tech leaders. The administration continues to prioritize internal corporate controls and industry commitments over mandatory, comprehensive regulatory frameworks.
The formation of this task force follows an executive order signed by Trump on September 29, which mandates the use of the terms Super Intelligence and SI in official communications. This shift in terminology reflects the administration's broader effort to reshape the federal policy framework regarding advanced artificial intelligence technologies.
