Sources: U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent May Be Named "AI Czar"

According to TechFlow, on September 23, a source familiar with the discussions said Tuesday that U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent may serve as President Trump’s “Artificial Intelligence (AI) Czar.” Meanwhile, Washington lawmakers are growing increasingly concerned about the risks posed by artificial intelligence technology. Trump has previously downplayed concerns about AI multiple times, stating that additional regulatory measures are unnecessary.

The U.S. Treasury Department did not immediately comment on the possibility of Bessent taking on the new role. Another source indicated that no decision has been made yet. Trump said last Saturday that he plans to appoint a new “AI Czar” and form “AI forces,” but did not disclose any details. (Jin10)