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Trump Launches “Super Intelligence Force” AI Task Force

By Drooid · Oct 7, 2026, 5:37 PM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

President Donald Trump announced the creation of a “Super Intelligence Force” AI task force.
He appointed Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton to lead the Super Intelligence Force.
Emil Michael, Andrew Ferguson and Scott Kupor were named vice chairs of the task force.
The group must deliver a report on AI risks, benefits and government role within 120 days.

History

Historical Context

Congress created the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence in 2018, and its March 2021 final report warned that the United States lagged China and called for a $40 billion federal AI program. The commission dissolved in October 2021, but its recommendations shaped later federal actions, including President Trump’s 2026 announcement of an AI Force led by an AI czar.

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Story summary

President Donald Trump announced the creation of a “Super Intelligence Force” AI task force.
He appointed Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton to lead the Super Intelligence Force.
Emil Michael, Andrew Ferguson and Scott Kupor were named vice chairs of the task force.
The group must deliver a report on AI risks, benefits and government role within 120 days.

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