Trump likely to pick Jay Clayton as White House AI czar, sources say
The administration has discussed having Clayton stay in his existing post as director of national intelligence while taking on the AI portfolio. Three sources stated that Trump is expected to make the official decision shortly.
Key points
- Sources say Jay Clayton is the likely pick to serve as the Trump administration's AI czar.
- Officials have discussed having Clayton keep his current position as director of national intelligence.
- A White House official told CBS News that any personnel reporting before an official presidential announcement is baseless speculation.
Trump previously announced his plan to appoint an AI czar last month, stating on social media that candidates needed high intelligence. Following a Tuesday meeting where top AI industry leaders gathered at the White House to sign voluntary safety standards, Trump told reporters he intended to announce an extraordinary appointee within three or four days.
A White House official disputed the reports to CBS News, stating that any personnel decisions will come directly from the president and describing advance reporting as baseless speculation.
Sources: Jay Clayton will likely be the White House's pick for AI czar, and he may remain in his current role as director of national intelligence
cbsnews.com · 2 October 2026
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