Trump Names His ‘Super Intelligence Force’ Headed by Spy Chief Jay Clayton

As the new AI czar, Clayton will lead a team that includes FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson, Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering Emil Michael, and Office of Personnel Management Director Scott Kupor. Clayton served as SEC chair during Trump’s first term and recently became director of national intelligence in August.

Trump Names His ‘Super Intelligence Force’ Headed by Spy Chief Jay Clayton

TL;DR

  • Jay Clayton appointed as the new AI czar.
  • Clayton will lead a team comprising FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson, Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering Emil Michael, and Office of Personnel Management Director Scott Kupor.
  • Clayton previously served as SEC chair and most recently as director of national intelligence.