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Statement | June 11, 2026

FLOTUS’s Leadership is Advancing AI for America’s Children

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) commends First Lady Melania Trump for her leadership in fostering the responsible use of artificial intelligence to empower America’s next generation. By honoring the student winners of the Presidential AI Challenge, the First Lady is championing innovation which will empower the next generation of Americans to explore and innovate in this rapidly evolving field.

Statement | June 2, 2026

AFPI Responds to New AI EO

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) released the following statement from Yusuf Mahmood, director of AI and Emerging Technology, in response to President Trump’s new Executive Order on Promoting Advanced Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Security.

Statement | June 2, 2026

Texas Implements AI For Accountability & Transparency

Governor Greg Abbott’s Texas Regulatory Efficiency Office (TREO) just launched a new AI-integrated website to help Texans easily access and navigate state rules and regulations. This innovative platform aims to save Texans significant time and energy, ensuring ideal customer service for Texas taxpayers.

Statement | May 26, 2026

AFPI Responds to Pope’s Encyclical: AI, Faith, and Human Flourishing

The America First Policy Institute (AFPI) has released the following statement from Joel Thayer, senior fellow for AI and Emerging Technology in response to Pope Leo XIV’s new papal encyclical on AI, emerging technology, and human dignity.

Expert Insights | May 19, 2026

Accelerating AI Agent Adoption Through Improved Security

Agentic artificial intelligence (AI) systems are poised to transform our economy and national security. Rather than simply responding to prompts, AI agents can plan multi-step projects, take autonomous actions, and iterate toward goals with minimal human intervention. Unlike traditional AI applications such as chatbots, agents can access and use tools that enable interaction with the digital or physical world.

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