Trump releases AI policy to pre-empt state rules

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by ReutersMarch 20, 2026 at 02:16 PM

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The Trump administration released a national AI policy on Friday aimed at establishing a unified legislative framework for the technology across the United States. The policy seeks to pre-empt individual state regulations, protect children, and prevent excessive energy costs associated with AI. The administration intends to work with Congress to codify the framework into law. This move follows President Trump's previous statement in December about potentially withholding federal broadband funding from states with AI regulations deemed detrimental to American technological dominance. The AI industry has become a significant profit driver, attracting substantial investment from major tech companies.

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