Trump Considers Appointing AI Leader to Oversee U.S. Government’s Technology Strategy

According to sources close to Trump’s transition team, the elected president is considering appointing a dedicated Artificial Intelligence (AI) leader to coordinate federal policy and the government’s approach to emerging technologies. These sources clarified that while Elon Musk will not take on this role, he is expected to play a key part in future debates and use cases surrounding AI.

The proposed position would be tasked with streamlining both public and private sector resources to ensure the U.S. remains at the forefront of AI development. The need for a federal AI expert is growing as government agencies look to harness the full potential of this rapidly advancing field. The new AI leader would likely collaborate with the Chief AI Officers (CAOs) set up by President Biden’s AI Executive Order—officers who may remain in place under the new administration.

This initiative signals the incoming administration’s commitment to fostering innovation and ensuring that AI plays a central role in shaping U.S. policies and strategies moving forward.