Trump Says Treasury Secretary Bessent Won't Be 'AI Czar'
The president said Scott Bessent does not want the role he referred to as the 'Super Intelligence czar.'
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President Donald Trump said that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will not take on the role of what the president referred to as the "Super Intelligence czar," according to CNBC.
Trump's comments indicate that Bessent, who currently serves as Treasury Secretary, has declined or is not interested in taking on an additional role focused on artificial intelligence policy, a position the president described using the term "Super Intelligence czar."
Role remains open
The president's remarks leave open the question of who, if anyone, might ultimately be designated to the AI-focused role, since Bessent's name had apparently been under consideration, or was at least publicly connected to the position, before Trump's statement ruling out his appointment.
The AI czar-style role, as referenced by Trump, reflects continued attention within the administration on artificial intelligence policy, an area that has drawn significant government focus as AI technology continues to advance rapidly across industries.
Further details on the scope, responsibilities or timeline for filling the position were not specified beyond Trump's comment that Bessent does not want the job.
The Treasury Department has not been reported as issuing a separate statement confirming or elaborating on Bessent's position regarding the role.
Sources
- Trump says Scott Bessent won't be AI czar — CNBC — Top News
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