In a move to address the growing concerns surrounding artificial intelligence (AI), President Donald Trump has launched the “Super Intelligence Force,” a task force dedicated to evaluating the risks associated with advanced AI technologies. Led by National Intelligence Director Jay Clayton, the initiative aims to ensure the United States maintains its technological leadership while addressing potential security threats.
The task force has been given 120 days to assess AI-related risks across various sectors, including financial services, energy, transportation, agriculture, and emergency services. It will also consider cybersecurity, biosecurity, water infrastructure, civil liberties, and the safeguards necessary for advanced AI systems. The group is expected to receive input from federal agencies such as the Pentagon, the Justice Department, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
According to its charter, the task force will provide recommendations to President Trump on AI risks, security standards, and the potential impacts of over-regulation. One area of focus may include whether AI laboratories should be required to report security breaches and hacking attempts.
Jay Clayton will chair the task force, with FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson, Undersecretary of Defense for Research and Engineering Emil Michael, and Office of Personnel Management Director Scott Kupor serving as vice chairs. Notable members also include Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, with former AI adviser David Sacks and former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice participating as external contributors.
The initiative has faced criticism from Democratic lawmakers, who question the effectiveness of the task force in delivering enforceable protections without legislative backing. However, the administration maintains that AI oversight should balance security and public safety concerns without stifling innovation.
