President Donald Trump's 2025 AI plan focuses on advancing U.S. technological dominance through deregulation and minimizing what the administration considers ideological bias, rather than a broad interpretation of "restoring the rule of law". The strategy aims to accelerate innovation by limiting regulation at both the federal and state levels, focusing on infrastructure, and promoting American AI products abroad.
Key components of Trump's 2025 AI Action Plan
Deregulation
and reduced oversight
The
plan seeks to limit federal and state regulations that may hinder AI
innovation, including a review and potential repeal of existing federal
guidance. It also aims to discourage states from enacting their own AI
restrictions by potentially linking them to federal funding. A significant move
was the rescission of a Biden-era executive order on AI in January 2025,
replaced by an order focused on removing barriers to American leadership in AI,
shifting from a safety-first to a deregulatory approach. The plan also
recommends that the FTC review past actions to ensure they don't burden AI
innovation.
Unbiased AI and federal procurement
An
Executive Order titled "Preventing Woke AI" was signed in July 2025,
outlining "Unbiased AI Principles" for federal agencies purchasing
large language models (LLMs). These principles require LLMs to provide
truthful, accurate, and unbiased information and prohibit those that manipulate
responses based on what the administration terms "ideological dogmas such
as DEI" (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion). Non-compliant contractors
could face penalties.
Infrastructure and national security
An
Executive Order focuses on accelerating the buildout of infrastructure by
streamlining permitting processes for data centers and related facilities,
including identifying federal land for construction. Cybersecurity is addressed
through a proposal to establish an AI Information Sharing and Analysis Center
(AI-ISAC) for sharing threat intelligence with the private sector. Another
Executive Order promotes U.S. AI technology exports to allies while tightening
controls to prevent access by adversaries.
Interpretations and legal considerations
Legal experts suggest the policy prioritizes U.S. competitiveness and deregulation over safeguards. The approach may lead to conflicts between federal and state AI regulations, potentially resulting in legal challenges. While the removal of DEI from a NIST framework doesn't change anti-discrimination laws, the emphasis on "ideological neutrality" could impact private sector practices. The plan might face legal challenges under the Supremacy and Commerce Clauses as federal actions potentially override stricter state laws.
Following his 2024 election, Donald Trump announced his plans for restoring the rule of law through executive orders and a national Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Plan in 2025. These actions focus on government efficiency, a more assertive approach to crime and immigration, and a deregulatory strategy for AI development.
Changes
to the federal bureaucracy
Targeting the administrative state: Several executive orders issued in February 2025 instruct federal agencies to review and repeal regulations considered inconsistent with the administration's policies. Agencies are also directed to deprioritize enforcement of rules based on what the administration considers an overly broad reading of statutes.
Rescinding DEI programs: In January 2025, an executive order was issued to terminate federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and preferences. A related order in April 2025 directed agencies to deprioritize enforcement actions based on the legal theory of "disparate impact," which the administration says violates equal opportunity principles.
Ensuring presidential oversight: A February 2025 executive order reinforces the president's supervisory authority over all executive branch agencies, including those traditionally considered independent. It requires independent agencies like the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to submit draft regulations for White House review.
New
criminal justice policies
Focus
on local crime: The administration has announced plans to expand federal
influence over local law enforcement in areas perceived to have a crime
problem. A fact sheet released in April 2025 directs the Attorney General to
maximize federal resources for improving police pay, training, and legal
protections.
Reviewing
consent decrees: A key component is the review and potential rescission of
federal consent decrees governing local police departments, which opponents
argue would reduce oversight of law enforcement practices.
Expanding
the death penalty: An executive order signed on the first day of the
administration directs the federal government to expand the use of the death
penalty. This follows recommendations from the conservative think tank Project
2025, which also advocates for prosecuting crimes related to sexual abuse of
children.
Firearm
rights restoration: The Department of Justice issued a proposed rule in July
2025 to create a path for certain individuals to restore their firearm rights.
Violent felons and registered sex offenders would generally remain
ineligible.
Immigration enforcement
Securing
the border: Building on campaign promises, the administration has pledged to
secure the border, deport undocumented immigrants, and reinstate policies like
"Remain in Mexico".
Federal intervention in D.C.: A presidential memorandum signed in August 2025 directs the mobilization of the D.C. National Guard and potentially other National Guard units to address crime in the nation's capital.
Artificial
intelligence (AI) strategy
"America's
AI Action Plan": In July 2025, the administration unveiled this plan and
signed three related executive orders. The strategy aims to accelerate
innovation, build AI infrastructure, and maintain U.S. leadership in AI
technology globally.
"Preventing
Woke AI in the Federal Government": This executive order requires federal
agencies to procure large language models (LLMs) that adhere to
"truth-seeking" and "ideologically neutral" principles. It
explicitly directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to
remove references to DEI from its AI Risk Management Framework.
Deregulatory approach: The plan focuses on removing regulations that could hinder AI development and innovation in the private sector. It also instructs federal agencies to review existing regulations.
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