Trump's Return Promises Major AI Policy Shift in the U.S.

President-elect Trump plans to dismantle Biden's AI executive order, emphasizing deregulation and industry-led standards.

President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to rescind President Biden's 2023 executive order on AI, which established voluntary safeguards and the AI Safety Institute under NIST.
Experts predict the Trump administration will favor a lighter regulatory approach, allowing the AI industry to self-regulate and align with market-driven standards.
California Governor Gavin Newsom is preparing to counter federal deregulation with state-level AI policies, though immediate focus on AI is uncertain in his upcoming legislative session.
AI advocates express concerns over potential misuse of AI, including its role in Trump's proposed mass deportation agenda, and warn of risks tied to reduced federal oversight.
The lack of federal AI legislation under both Biden and Trump administrations leaves the U.S. dependent on executive orders and state policies, raising uncertainty for the future of AI governance.