Melania Trump Hosts White House AI Education Task Force Meeting

First Lady Melania Trump has taken a leading role in promoting artificial intelligence education for American youth, hosting the second meeting of the White House Task Force on Artificial Intelligence Education to advance AI initiatives. She emphasized the importance of responsible AI growth, likening the technology’s early development to nurturing children with empowerment and guidance. This effort builds on her BE BEST initiative, which now includes combating online threats such as deepfake and revenge pornography, exemplified by the recently signed Take It Down Act. Melania also launched the Presidential Artificial Intelligence Challenge, encouraging K-12 students and educators to innovate with AI. The task force has garnered significant private sector support, securing over 135 pledges to bolster AI education nationwide. While praised by some government officials for inspiring educational opportunities through AI, critics point to the broader Trump administration's controversial energy policies and question the depth of the First Lady’s expertise in technology.