Jay Clayton, confirmed as the Director of National Intelligence, has been appointed by President Trump as the new AI czar. Announced on Sunday, Clayton will head the White House’s ‘Super Intelligence Force.’ This group aims to ensure America’s leadership in global ‘Super Intelligence.’

President Trump uses ‘super intelligence’ instead of ‘artificial intelligence.’ He described the force’s role as coordinating government engagement with various groups and sectors involved with AI. Clayton’s prior roles include U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York and SEC Chairman.

The announcement comes amid industry warnings about rapid AI development risks. President Trump has downplayed these concerns, focusing on reframing discussions about AI. After meeting AI executives, Trump noted that leaders signed an accord for internal and external reviews of their work.

The White House launched a new government website, America.gov, claiming to source information from official government channels via AI. Additional ‘Super Intelligence Force’ members include Andrew Ferguson, Scott Kupor, and Emil Michael.

Clayton’s role’s implications for AI regulation remain unclear, as federal measures are limited. Some states like California have transparency requirements for AI use. During a CNBC interview, Clayton labeled super intelligence a ‘national security issue.’ He opposed development pauses due to ongoing advancements in other countries.

In December 2024, President Trump appointed David Sacks as an AI and crypto adviser. Sacks’ role shifted to co-chairing the President’s Council of Advisors. He supported AI leaders Sam Altman and Dario Amodei’s concerns about AI risks and advocated for reduced AI development speed.

Last month, Sacks encouraged tech leaders to independently make decisions. His social media messages highlighted the industry’s autonomy in choosing development paths.