Trump names Jay Clayton to lead new federal AI task force

Summary

President Donald Trump has appointed Jay Clayton, the director of national intelligence, to lead a new federal task force focused on artificial intelligence. The task force, referred to as the 'Super Intelligence Force,' will also include Andrew Ferguson, chairman of the Federal Trade Commission, as a co-leader. The initiative aims to address the development and regulation of AI technologies at the federal level. The task force has not yet begun operations, and no specific goals or timelines have been announced. The appointment was first reported by multiple news outlets on October 4, 2026.

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