Ahmet Bedirhan Arvas 
Trump and the US are preparing to reassert their claim to leadership in the global competition in artificial intelligence. The “AI Action Plan,” which includes the US’s national artificial intelligence strategy, will be officially presented to the public during a comprehensive speech by US President Donald Trump on July 23rd.
Trump’s speech and the date the plan will be announced fall on the last day of the 180-day legislative calendar established by Executive Order 14179, signed in January. Officials state that this document will bring into effect a comprehensive set of policies that will guide both the public and private sectors.
Priorities for Artificial Intelligence Becoming Clear
The Trump administration is approaching artificial intelligence not merely as a technological issue, but rather as a perspective that considers it within the context of economic growth, national security, and strategic advantage. According to a recent report by Reuters, Trump reiterated this approach at a special summit in Pittsburgh on July 15th, attended by technology and energy giants such as Microsoft, Meta, Alphabet, and ExxonMobil.
According to data announced at the summit, Pennsylvania alone is planning a $70 billion investment to support AI infrastructure. These investments include both next-generation data centers and energy projects to meet their growing energy needs.
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Key Pillars of the AI Action Plan
Trump’s upcoming announcement will outline the United States’ artificial intelligence policy across five core focus areas:
- Innovation and Economic Growth:
- Expanding the use of AI applications within federal institutions.
- Increasing public funding for research and development activities.
- Encouraging partnerships between universities and the private sector.
- National Security and Digital Sovereignty:
- Implementing measures to protect sensitive data.
- Introducing new regulations to oversee technology transfers with rival nations like China.
- Infrastructure and Energy Strategy:
- Streamlining permitting processes for AI data centers.
- Facilitating land allocation on federal property for AI-related projects.
- Prioritizing investments in nuclear and renewable energy sources.
- Public Trust and Ethical Standards:
- Establishing regulations for the safe, transparent, and ethical use of AI systems.
- Actively involving institutions like NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) and CAISI in the development of regulatory frameworks.
- Workforce Transformation and Education:
- Launching vocational training programs to prepare the workforce for the AI era.
- Providing tax incentives and supporting corporate-backed skill development initiatives.
What Is Trump Aiming For?
Experts argue that the Trump administration’s initiative is not just a tech policy maneuver but also a strategic component of the ongoing geopolitical competition with China. By rolling back many of the AI regulations implemented under the Biden administration in 2024, Trump is reinforcing a narrative of “American supremacy” in the field of artificial intelligence.
According to sources speaking to Reuters, the plan is expected to influence not only domestic policy but also the development of international technological norms.
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