In a series of social media posts on Truth Social, former President Donald Trump announced his intention to sign an executive order aimed at preventing states from regulating artificial intelligence (AI) and establishing federal guidelines for AI policy. Trump’s move comes after a failed attempt in Congress to preempt state AI laws, with the goal of creating a unified regulatory framework for AI across the nation.
The executive order, which is expected to be signed this week, is seen as a victory for companies like OpenAI, who have argued that the patchwork of state AI regulations hinders the competitiveness of the sector. Trump emphasized the need for a single rulebook to maintain America’s leadership in AI technology, stating, “There must be only One Rulebook if we are going to continue to lead in AI.”
While supporters of the executive order view it as a necessary step to streamline AI regulation and foster innovation, critics have raised concerns about potential safety risks and the concentration of power in the federal government. Some argue that state regulations play a crucial role in addressing the ethical and societal implications of AI technology, and a one-size-fits-all approach may not be suitable for the diverse needs of different states.
The announcement has sparked a debate on the role of government in regulating emerging technologies like AI, with some advocating for a balance between innovation and oversight to ensure that AI is developed and deployed responsibly. As AI continues to transform various industries and aspects of daily life, the need for clear and comprehensive regulations becomes increasingly pressing.
In light of these developments, stakeholders from tech companies, policymakers, and advocacy groups are closely monitoring the implications of Trump’s executive order on the future of AI regulation in the United States.
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References:
1. The Hill: [Trump hints at AI executive order, knocks states’ efforts](https://thehill.com/policy/technology/5638457-trump-plans-one-rule-ai/)
2. Quartz: [Trump says he’s signing an executive order to block states from regulating AI](https://qz.com/trump-ai-executive-order-regulation-states)
3. The Washington Times: [Trump to sign order blocking states from regulating artificial intelligence](https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/dec/8/trump-sign-order-blocking-states-regulating-artificial-intelligence/)
4. The New York Times: [Trump Promises Executive Order to Block State A.I. Regulations](https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/08/us/politics/trump-executive-order-ai-laws.html)
5. Politico: [Trump says AI executive order limiting state rules coming this week](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiuAFBVV95cUxPR2pVQUJzaWQxT0Vfd2MxNmZ5Y1ozQ0tYbDVJeF92NTNtOE1WVHU0NEVqRmtZZ2hzZEZjTGV2Rlo2d0ZvRElXcTAtdnV2N21DRE1EbUdLbTI2d1p4T0QwUDFqS0lzZHFjNGZBOHNoMEFhLXZZOS10X0ZoZDJIbGR3eURLVkV4ejVsdEFYU09tSWQyN2NyLWVtRFlMcGI0RUgybmFLWWRCZW1BeEJRbGhfcVE1M1hRZXpp?oc=5&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US:en
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