Trump AI Framework Heads for Uphill Battle in Uncertain Congress

Congress faces new pressure to pass a national framework on artificial intelligence after President Donald Trump released his legislative vision to address the emerging technology.

The White House plan calls on lawmakers to create a uniform standard on AI to replace state laws and aims to promote the technology’s growth while also minimizing risks. The blueprint seeks a legislative approach that would reduce regulations, accelerate AI research and development and data center infrastructure, and expand education and workforce training programs. It also calls for establishing online safeguards for children, upholding creators’ intellectual property, and protecting free speech rights.

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