Bessent becomes one of leading candidates for US AI adviser post — Anadolu Agency

In the United States, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has become one of the leading candidates for the position of artificial intelligence adviser in President Donald Trump’s administration. This was reported by Anadolu Agency, citing Semafor, which quoted three people familiar with the situation.

Other candidates

According to Semafor, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director Michael Kratsios and Office of Personnel Management Director Scott Kupor are also being considered for the position. Kratsios has long advised Trump on technology policy. Kupor previously left the venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz to join the administration.

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White House position

White House spokesperson Kush Desai, responding to inquiries about the possible position, said reports about personnel decisions that have not been officially announced by the administration should be regarded as baseless speculation.

On Saturday, Trump said on Truth Social that he intended to appoint an “AI czar” and create an “AI force.” He did not provide details about the work of these structures or the mechanism for implementing the plan. The post came amid intense discussions over artificial intelligence regulation, corporate responsibility, and the pace of technological development.