White House Plans Executive Order to Regulate Political Bias in AI Systems

What Happened

The White House is preparing an executive order intended to address claims of political bias, or so-called woke AI, in artificial intelligence systems. According to the Wall Street Journal, the move will seek to regulate how federal agencies procure and use AI tools, and may set guidelines to ensure fairness and neutrality of automated systems. This executive action is a response to growing calls from political leaders and critics who argue that AI-based platforms often reflect progressive or left-leaning values. By targeting government use, the order could influence broader industry practices and standards around AI fairness.

Why It Matters

Efforts to mandate neutrality in AI could significantly impact the design and deployment of future technologies, potentially altering how systems are trained and evaluated for bias. The upcoming order will likely set precedents for both public sector procurement and private sector innovation. Read more in our AI News Hub