On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump revoked a 2023 executive order signed by former President Joe Biden that aimed to mitigate risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI). Biden’s order required developers of AI systems that could impact national security, the economy, public health, or safety to share safety test results with the U.S. government before public release. reuters.com
In place of Biden’s directive, President Trump signed a new executive order titled “Removing Barriers to American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence.” This order seeks to enhance U.S. leadership in AI by revoking certain policies and establishing a plan to promote AI development. whitehouse.gov
The new executive order mandates the creation of an action plan within 180 days to sustain U.S. AI leadership, focusing on human flourishing, economic competitiveness, and national security. It also requires the review of existing policies to identify and remove actions that may conflict with these goals. whitehouse.gov
This policy shift comes amid global advancements in AI, notably from companies like China’s DeepSeek, which has developed AI models comparable to top U.S. systems without using high-performance chips. Such developments have prompted discussions about the need for the U.S. to strengthen its AI capabilities to maintain a competitive edge. wsj.com
By rescinding Biden’s executive order and implementing new directives, the Trump administration aims to remove perceived barriers to innovation and bolster the United States’ position as a global leader in artificial intelligence.
