In a revealing TV interview aired Wednesday night, Donald Trump confessed to steering clear of popular AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude, but insisted he knows their game-changing potential inside out.
The conversation, hosted by NBC News, delved into AI’s role in the economy and geopolitics. Trump asserted America’s unparalleled position: ‘We’re far ahead of China—not just China, the entire world—in the AI race.’
He pointed to a manufacturing renaissance, with AI-powered plants and auto facilities multiplying across the country. Crucially, these sites will produce their own electricity, tackling the power-hungry nature of advanced computing.
Responding to queries on AI-induced job cuts, Trump invoked historical precedents. ‘Internet, robots—everyone said they’d destroy jobs. But the clever ones thrived,’ he noted, advocating for ingenuity over alarmism.
Trump didn’t shy from personal insights, describing the presidency as the ‘most dangerous job’ amid ongoing security worries. Yet, he emphasized overcoming fear to govern boldly.
This stance signals Trump’s blueprint for US supremacy: heavy AI investments, domestic production booms, and a fearless approach to technological leadership.