In a bid to address the potential risks associated with advanced artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, US President Donald Trump has announced the formation of the “Super Intelligence Force,” a new federal task force. This initiative, led by National Intelligence Director Jay Clayton, aims to coordinate AI policy across various sectors and ensure the United States maintains its technological leadership while mitigating emerging security concerns.
The task force will examine AI-related risks in diverse areas such as financial services, energy, transportation, agriculture, and emergency services. Additionally, it will focus on cybersecurity, biosecurity, water infrastructure, civil liberties, and safeguards for advanced AI systems. The Pentagon, Justice Department, Department of Homeland Security, and Federal Trade Commission are among the federal agencies expected to contribute to the task force’s efforts.
According to its charter, the task force has 120 days to propose recommendations to President Trump regarding AI risks, security standards, and the potential effects of excessive regulation. It will also explore whether AI laboratories should be required to report security breaches, hacking incidents, and attempts to bypass system safeguards.
Clayton will chair the task force, with Andrew Ferguson, Emil Michael, and Scott Kupor serving as vice chairs. Other notable members include Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, while former AI adviser David Sacks and former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice will participate as external contributors.
The initiative has faced criticism from Democratic lawmakers who question the task force’s ability to implement enforceable protections without legislative action from Congress. Despite these concerns, the Trump administration maintains that AI oversight should focus on addressing security and public safety risks without stifling technological innovation.