Former President Donald Trump’s allies are drafting an AI executive order that differs significantly from the Biden administration’s current policies. The proposed framework, titled “Make America First in AI,” aims to:
1. Launch “Manhattan Projects” for military AI technology development
2. Review and potentially remove “unnecessary and burdensome regulations”
3. Create industry-led agencies to evaluate AI models and secure systems from foreign threats
The Republican National Convention’s platform includes repealing Biden’s AI executive order, which some tech investors view as stifling innovation. This shift aligns with a broader political realignment in Silicon Valley, where some executives now support Trump.
The proposed policies would likely benefit tech companies already contracting with the Pentagon, such as Anduril, Palantir, and Scale. Additionally, the conservative Heritage Foundation is drafting AI policies as part of Project 2025, although the Trump campaign has distanced itself from this plan.
Recent endorsements for Trump from tech executives like Elon Musk, Bill Ackman, Marc Andreessen, and Ben Horowitz signal a potentially friendlier relationship between a second Trump administration and the tech industry. These supporters argue that the current administration is hostile to startups and that Trump’s simpler view of AI – focusing on winning the AI race against China – is preferable.
Trump has been making more overtures to Silicon Valley, appearing on tech-focused podcasts and attending fundraisers hosted by industry figures. Some tech investors believe Trump could build a more technically savvy cabinet if he surrounds himself with knowledgeable people from the industry.
The article highlights the growing support for Trump in parts of the tech sector and the potential for significant changes in AI policy if he were to win a second term. 
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