Trump Administration Weighs AI Model Government Oversight Plan

NEW YORK: (Web Desk) – The administration of Donald Trump is reportedly considering a major policy shift that would place government oversight on artificial intelligence models before they are released to the public, according to a report by The New York Times.

The proposed plan includes a potential executive order that would establish a joint working group of tech executives and government officials to review safety and deployment standards for new AI systems.

Under the discussions, senior White House officials have already briefed major AI companies, including OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic, about possible review mechanisms.

The move marks a significant reversal from Trump’s earlier stance, where his administration rolled back stricter AI safety rules introduced under former President Joe Biden. Those Biden-era rules had required AI developers to share safety testing results with federal agencies and comply with government-set standards.

Trump had previously promoted a largely deregulated AI environment, arguing that heavy oversight could weaken US competitiveness against China. However, growing concerns about the societal and security impacts of AI appear to be reshaping policy thinking.

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According to the report, rising fears about job disruption, education challenges, mental health impacts, and potential cyber threats have pushed officials toward considering stronger oversight.

A key factor in the discussions is a new advanced AI model, “Mythos,” developed by Anthropic, which the company has warned could significantly enhance the discovery of cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Anthropic has reportedly withheld public release due to safety concerns.

Officials are also evaluating how advanced AI systems could be used in national security contexts, including potential applications for the Pentagon and intelligence agencies.

A White House official, however, said that reports of an imminent executive order remain “speculation,” adding that any final policy decision would be announced directly by the president.

The policy rethink comes amid internal reshuffling on AI strategy within the administration, including the departure of former AI advisor David Sacks and increased involvement from senior officials such as Chief of Staff Susie Wiles and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.