WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump addressed the nation today on the growing influence of artificial intelligence, stressing the need for the United States to lead the global charge in developing and regulating AI technologies.

“As with any such breakthrough, this technology brings the potential for bad as well as good,” the President said. “The daunting power of AI is not going to be a reason for retreat from this new frontier… it is all the more reason we must ensure it is pioneered FIRST and BEST in America.”

The remarks come amid a surge in public debate about the ethical use of AI, as rapid developments in generative tools, automation, and national security applications raise concerns over job displacement, surveillance, and misinformation.

President Trump emphasized the importance of responsible innovation, calling for public-private cooperation to establish guardrails and ensure that AI remains a force for progress, not exploitation.

The administration is expected to announce new federal guidelines and funding initiatives in the coming weeks aimed at securing America’s position as a global AI leader.