Trump signs AI executive order pushing to ban state laws

December 12, 2025

TL;DR

Donald Trump signed an executive order directing federal agencies to challenge state laws restricting AI.
The order aims to establish a unified federal regulatory framework for AI, promoting US global dominance.
An "AI Litigation Task Force" will be created to sue states over AI laws inconsistent with federal goals.
Federal agencies are instructed to preempt state laws that conflict with federal regulations, such as those concerning AI outputs.
States with conflicting AI laws may risk losing eligibility for rural broadband funding.
The order exempts certain state AI laws related to child safety, infrastructure, and government use.
This initiative stems from the AI industry's frustration with a patchwork of state laws hindering innovation.
Previous attempts by Congress to pass a moratorium on state AI laws have failed.
Concerns exist that the executive order grants significant power to White House AI and crypto czar David Sacks.

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