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Trump's Artificial Intelligence Executive Order Takes Effect
Trump approved the first major executive order on artificial intelligence models. The U.S. government will have access to the most advanced models 30 days before they are made public.
U.S. President Donald Trump approved the executive order seen as the first major AI regulatory step in his second term. The new order requires that the most advanced AI models be made accessible to the federal government 30 days before being released to the public.
The previous draft planned this period to be 90 days. The final text remained largely the same except for the shortened waiting period, and the administration established a voluntary evaluation process instead of an official regulation requiring companies to provide mandatory data.
Highlights
- The federal government will be able to access the most advanced AI models 30 days before they are made public.
- The 90-day review period in the initial draft was significantly shortened.
- The order establishes a voluntary classification process rather than an official mandatory regulation.
- Concerns that some models could be used in cyberattacks on critical infrastructure were influential.
- Separate security and enforcement duties were defined for the Pentagon and the Department of Justice.
Preparation Process of the Order
The executive order was approved by Trump on Monday night following a high-level meeting at the White House. It was reported that the final text was written by the White House team on Tuesday morning.
During the process, it was conveyed that White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and National Cyber Director Sean Cairncross worked together to revive the regulation. Former AI advisor David Sacks, who was previously distant from the process, was also involved in the discussions despite initial reservations.
Cybersecurity Concerns Came to the Fore
One of the main reasons behind the order was the concern that increasingly powerful AI systems could be misused in cyberattacks on critical infrastructure. The order specifically mentioned advanced systems such as Anthropic's Claude Mythos model and OpenAI's GPT-5.5 model.
The new framework initiates a classification process used by federal agencies to determine which models are the most powerful. At the end of this process, some "trusted partners" may also be included in early access.
Not a Mandate for Companies, but Early Access
The text does not impose classic regulatory pressure. Instead, it introduces a voluntary system that allows the government to see the most advanced models 30 days in advance and gives agencies the opportunity to detect security vulnerabilities before public release.
This approach softens the reaction of technology companies while also opening oversight space for the government. Some major companies announced their support following the announcement of the order.
Support Messages from Companies
Anthropic described this step as an important development strengthening the U.S.'s AI leadership. The company stated it is ready to work with the White House during the implementation process.
White House spokesperson Liz Huston said the order reflects a sensible approach balancing innovation and security. Huston argued that this step strengthens the U.S.'s global superiority in AI and cybersecurity.
Other Agencies Also Assigned Duties
The order was not limited to early access to AI models. The Pentagon was instructed to strengthen its classified networks within 30 days. The Department of Justice was asked to file criminal cases against individuals who hack computer systems using AI models.
While the executive order opens a new policy line within the U.S., it also paves the way for Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to explore options for talks on a similar cross-border framework with China. It was reported that these contacts are being held until the internal policy topic within the administration is clarified.
Context: The order was recorded as the first major step taken by the Trump administration in the field of artificial intelligence. In the administration's next steps, a new search for balance between the rapid development of technology companies and national security concerns is coming to the fore.
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