Insider: US Treasury Secretary Bessent May Serve as "AI Czar"

Odaily News: A source familiar with the discussions said Tuesday that US Treasury Secretary Bessent may serve as US President Trump's "Artificial Intelligence (AI) Czar." Meanwhile, Washington lawmakers are growing increasingly concerned about the risks posed by AI technology.

Trump has previously downplayed concerns about AI multiple times and believes there is no need for additional regulatory measures. Regarding Bessent's possible new role, the US Treasury Department did not immediately comment. Another source said no decision has been made yet. Trump said last Saturday that he plans to appoint a new "AI Czar" and form an "AI force," but did not provide details. (Jinshi)