AI Regulation in the United States: Trump Signs Executive Order to Centralize Federal Oversight
AI Regulation in the United States: Trump Signs Executive Order to Centralize Federal Oversight
US President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order aimed at reshaping AI regulation in the United States by centralizing oversight at the federal level. The move is intended to prevent individual states from enforcing separate and potentially conflicting rules on artificial intelligence technologies.
Trump Calls for a Single Authority in AI Regulation in the United States
Speaking from the Oval Office, Trump said that the success of American artificial intelligence systems depends on having “one source of approval or rejection,” stressing that companies cannot operate under regulations imposed by fifty different authorities. According to Trump, AI regulation in the United States must remain unified to ensure innovation and global competitiveness.
He also emphasized that the global race in artificial intelligence will ultimately produce “one winner,” arguing that the United States currently holds a significant lead over China in this strategic field.
Purpose and Legal Limits of the Executive Order
A White House official explained that the executive order is designed to establish a nationwide regulatory framework that applies uniformly across all states, reducing legal fragmentation that could slow the AI sector. However, the official noted that the order cannot override laws passed by Congress or state legislatures.
Congress has previously rejected, on two occasions, legislation that would allow federal authorities to bypass state-level rules, highlighting ongoing tension around AI regulation in the United States.
Support from Tech Leaders and Pushback from Lawmakers
The proposal to limit state authority over AI regulation was initially promoted by David Sacks, Trump’s adviser on artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency. The approach has gained backing from major technology figures, including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang.
Meanwhile, around thirty US states have enacted more than one hundred laws related to artificial intelligence, covering areas such as generative AI development, deepfake regulation, and transparency requirements. These measures reflect growing concern over how AI regulation in the United States should balance innovation with public accountability.
Reversal of Biden-Era Policies and Ongoing Concerns
Shortly after taking office, Trump repealed an executive order issued by former President Joe Biden that required AI companies to share safety data and risk assessments related to national security, the economy, and public health with the federal government.
While the Trump administration seeks to strengthen America’s position in the global AI race, skepticism remains within Congress and among supporters of the MAGA movement, who warn of the potential economic and social consequences of rapid expansion under a centralized model of AI regulation in the United States.
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