Trump says Treasury chief Scott Bessent will stay in Treasury, not become AI czar

On Truth Social, President Donald Trump announced that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will continue his work at the Treasury and will not take on the title of artificial intelligence czar, a role the president has referred to as "Super Intelligence" czar. Trump said Bessent does not want the position and is performing well in his current role, rejecting claims that a change is imminent. He labeled the rumors as fake news.

The president also mentioned a discussion with Chinese President Xi Jinping regarding the terminology for AI, but affirmed that Bessent's responsibilities will stay unchanged. Bessent has served in the Treasury since the start of Trump's term and has received commendations for his handling of federal finances amid trade policy shifts.