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The White House has established an AI ad hoc task force led by Clayton, which will draft an AI risk assessment report within 120 days; Trump is simultaneously advancing midterm election campaign support and Daylight Saving Time legislation.
According to reports, Donald Trump plans to appoint current Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton as the United States' first "AI Envoy." The move is seen as part of Trump's effort to establish an AI force similar to the "Space Force" and drive industry development without excessive regulation.
Former U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Jay Clayton is reportedly set to become the AI czar for the Trump administration. During his tenure at the SEC, he established precedents for cryptocurrency regulation through multiple enforcement actions.
Odaily News: According to two people familiar with the matter, U.S. President Trump is expected to appoint current Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton as the White House's new AI affairs chief ("AI czar"), with an announcement potentially coming as early as Friday local time. White House officials responded by saying that any personnel appointment will be announced directly by Trump himself, and that related reports before a formal announcement are "unfounded speculation."Clayton is expected to continue serving as Director of National Intelligence. Clayton previously served as Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and led the SEC for most of Trump's first presidential term. Last month, Trump announced plans to establish an "AI Force" and appoint an AI affairs chief to address regulatory discussions surrounding the rapid development of AI; Trump also previously told Axios that Clayton is a suitable candidate for the position. (CNN)