Trump signs AI executive order

President Donald Trump speaks to reporters after signing a series of executive orders in the Oval Office of the White House on January 23, 2025 in Washington, DC. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images

President Trump Thursday signed an executive order calling for the development of an AI action plan within 180 days that would “sustain and enhance America’s global AI dominance.”

“The United States has long been at the forefront of artificial intelligence innovation, driven by the strength of our free markets, world-class research institutions, and entrepreneurial spirit,” the order states. “To maintain this leadership, we must develop AI systems that are free from ideological bias or engineered social agendas. With the right Government policies, we can solidify our position as the global leader in AI and secure a brighter future for all Americans.”

Titled “Removing Barriers to American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence,” the order calls for the OMB director ...