Trump rejects AI slowdown calls, launches "AI Force"

President Donald Trump announced a new "AI Force" and a new AI tsar to replace David Sacks, who stepped down in March. He dismissed safety concerns as a "hoax" and vowed not to hinder the industry, which he said could reach 25% of US GDP.

• Trump announced an "AI Force" and a new AI tsar replacing David Sacks
• Trump dismissed AI safety concerns as a "hoax"
• He said AI could account for up to 25% of US GDP
• 63% of Americans are very concerned about data centers' impact on power prices