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The Trump administration is developing a new framework for government oversight of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models, moving to establish a formal safety review process. The White House is considering an executive order that could create a working group to design oversight and may allow federal agencies to bypass a Pentagon ban on using certain AI models. Officials have briefed major AI companies, and sources suggest an agreement could be reached within weeks.
Facts First
- The White House is developing guidance to let agencies bypass the Pentagon's 'supply chain risk' designation of Anthropic and use its new models.
- An executive order under consideration would give the federal government a formal role in vetting new AI models before market release.
- A proposed AI security framework would require the Pentagon to safety-test AI models before deployment by federal, state, and local governments.
- White House officials briefed executives from Anthropic, Google, and OpenAI on early plans last week.
- The administration revoked the previous AI safety order on its first day in office, but is now crafting a new oversight approach.
What Happened
The White House is preparing to act as a gatekeeper for powerful AI models. Officials are developing guidance that would allow federal agencies to bypass a Pentagon designation that effectively blacklisted Anthropic, enabling the use of its new models like Mythos. Concurrently, the administration is weighing an executive order to establish a formal government role in vetting all new AI models before they enter the market. The White House's Office of the National Cyber Director (ONCD) hosted meetings last week with tech companies and trade groups to discuss security concerns regarding advanced models, including Anthropic's Mythos Preview.
Why this Matters to You
If you use government services at any level—federal, state, or local—the AI tools deployed could soon undergo mandatory safety testing, which may improve their security and reliability. For the technology sector, this evolving framework could introduce a new step in bringing powerful AI models to market, potentially affecting the pace of innovation and the types of products available. The government's investigation into AI hacking capabilities suggests a focus on protecting critical infrastructure and personal data from new threats.
What's Next
Sources involved in the conversations suggest the White House push could result in an agreement within weeks. The proposed AI security framework, which one source stated is fairly far along, may be formalized. Any final policy announcement will come directly from the president, and specific proposals for executive action remain fluid and change frequently. The administration may establish a working group consisting of tech executives and U.S. officials to design the oversight process, which could include a formal government review of new models.