Trump Faces Pressure Over AI Regulation as Tech Leaders Push for National Rules

The White House is preparing a new plan to unify AI regulation across the United States. President Trump is reportedly considering an executive order aimed at limiting state-level AI laws after tech executives warned that a patchwork of rules could hinder innovation. The debate intensified following a meeting between Trump and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, highlighting concerns from Silicon Valley about competing state regulations.

The issue has split Republican leaders. Some favor states’ rights, while others support a single national framework to help large tech firms operate smoothly. Trump has said companies should not face “50 approvals” before launching new AI tools, signaling his intent to curb strict or complex state rules. Legal experts caution that such an order could face court challenges and cannot fully override state legislation.

Tech leaders argue a national framework would strengthen U.S. competitiveness globally, while opponents worry it may favor industry interests over consumer protections. Some Republican governors were assured that child-safety laws and data-center limits would remain intact, but tensions between federal and state authorities persist.