Trump ai executive order signed today, directing federal agencies to prioritize artificial intelligence development while establishing ethical guidelines for national security applications.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 23, 2025) — President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order on Friday mandating federal agencies to accelerate the integration of artificial intelligence technologies into government operations. The order, officially designated as the "American AI Leadership Initiative," directs the Office of Science and Technology Policy to establish a National AI Task Force within 90 days. The task force is tasked with drafting ethical guidelines for AI use in defense, healthcare, and infrastructure. Sources confirm that the order rescinds prior administrative directives on AI safety, citing a need for competitive acceleration against China. The White House Press Secretary stated in a briefing that the initiative will allocate $2 billion over four years for AI research and development. Critics argue the order lacks transparency regarding data privacy enforcement, while industry leaders applaud the focus on innovation. Implementation begins immediately for executive agencies, with a compliance deadline of September 2025.