Trump and Johnson Host AI Governance Summit Amid Regulatory Tensions
US technology leaders are set to meet with President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson at the White House on September 29, 2026, to discuss artificial intelligence governance.
The meeting is expected to shape the trajectory of AI regulation in the US for years to come. According to reports, two visions will be presented: one emphasizing innovation and minimal regulation, and another pushing for self-regulation among AI companies with a measured federal response.
Johnson has endorsed the latter approach, advocating for accountability frameworks that won't amount to heavy-handed government interference. In contrast, Trump's administration has favored an innovation-first approach, resisting AI-specific regulations that could slow American companies in their race against global competitors.