Donald Trump has signed a new executive order that fully centralizes artificial intelligence regulation at the federal level, removing the patchwork of state-level rules that had begun to emerge across the United States. The move transfers primary oversight of AI development, deployment, and compliance directly to Washington.
Supporters argue that unified federal regulation will reduce uncertainty for companies developing AI systems, allowing for faster innovation and clearer compliance standards. A single regulatory framework could also strengthen the U.S. position in the global AI race by simplifying investment and large-scale deployment.
Critics, however, warn that centralization risks sidelining local concerns and ethical priorities previously addressed by state governments. The order marks a major shift in how the U.S. governs AI, with long-term implications for tech firms, startups, and regulators alike.
