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Trump reportedly eyes Jay Clayton as AI czar

Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton is reportedly being considered by Donald Trump for the role of "AI czar" within a potential Trump administration. Sources suggest Clayton might also continue in his current capacity as director of national intelligence. AI

IMPACT Potential appointment of an "AI czar" could signal a shift in US AI policy and regulation under a new administration.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a potential high-level government appointment related to AI policy. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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Trump reportedly eyes Jay Clayton as AI czar

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    Trump likely to pick Jay Clayton for AI czar, sources say Jay Clayton will likely be the White House's pick for AI czar, and the Trump administration has been d

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