B1AI-generatedOctober 5, 2026·2 min read·263 words·1 vocab words·Source: TechCrunch

Trump Announces New Super Intelligence Force

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Trump Announces New Super Intelligence Force
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In brief

President Donald Trump has announced a new Super Intelligence Force to keep the United States ahead in artificial intelligence. Led by national intelligence director Jay Clayton, the team includes several top government officials. They have 120 days to investigate the risks and opportunities of this technology. The president wants the group to protect national interests without creating rules that stop innovation. Officials say the country must avoid the danger of falling behind other nations, so they will continue to develop these systems.

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President Donald Trump has officially created a new group called the Super Intelligence Force. He shared this update on his social media platform, Truth Social, during a Sunday morning post. The government wants this team to lead the world in artificial intelligence technology. Many people believe this field will change our lives more than the internet did.

Jay Clayton, who serves as the national intelligence director, will lead this new organization. Several other important officials will assist him as vice chairs. These people include Andrew Ferguson from the Federal Trade Commission and Scott Kupor from the Office of Personnel Management. Emil Michael, who works as an for the military, has also joined the group.

The president has given this team a specific deadline to complete their first major task. They have 120 days to write a report about the risks and benefits of artificial intelligence. Mr. Trump previously mentioned that "Only High I.Q. individuals need apply!" when he first discussed forming this unit. The government aims to protect American interests while avoiding rules that might stop new companies from innovating.

The group will focus on responding to threats that could harm the country. They also plan to ensure that the United States stays ahead of other nations, such as China. Jay Clayton has explained that the biggest danger to the nation is "not being first" in this important technology race. He recently noted that the country should not "back away" from developing these powerful systems. This new force represents a significant step in the administration’s plan to control and grow intelligence technology.

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  1. 01“We have set up a new team.”
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🔑Key Phrases

“lead the world”— to be the best country in a specific area

This phrase shows ambition and high status in international competition.

verb phrase

The company wants to lead the world in electric car sales.

“risks and benefits”— the possible bad and good results of something

This is a common way to weigh the pros and cons of a decision.

noun phrase

We studied the risks and benefits of the new plan.

“not being first”— failing to be the leader in a race or competition

This refers to the fear of losing a competitive advantage.

gerund phrase

The biggest problem for the team is not being first.

“back away”— to stop being involved in something

This phrasal verb means to withdraw from a challenge.

phrasal verb

We should not back away from this difficult project.

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Trump Announces New Super Intelligence Force

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    Do you think artificial intelligence will change our lives more than the internet did?

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