Trump revives presidential tech council with Silicon Valley heavyweights at the helm

President Donald J. Trump has formed a new advisory group to guide the nation's approach to technology and innovation. The President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) will focus on emerging technologies, workforce challenges, and maintaining America's global leadership in science. This follows a long tradition, as every US president since Franklin D. Roosevelt has assembled a similar committee of experts. The council will be led by co-chairs David Sacks and Michael Kratsios. Its members include high-profile figures such as Marc Andreessen, Sergey Brin, Safra Catz, Michael Dell, and Mark Zuckerberg. Up to 24 experts in science, engineering, and industry may eventually join the group, with further appointments expected soon.

PCAST's first meeting will tackle key issues like AI policy, national security, and the growing technological rivalry with China. The council also aims to explore how new technologies will reshape jobs and opportunities for American workers. A detailed agenda for the inaugural session will be released in the coming weeks. The group's broader mission is to strengthen the US position as the world's top innovator. By addressing workforce adaptation and technological competition, the council hopes to ensure that Americans can benefit from what many call a golden age of innovation.

The newly formed PCAST will advise the White House on critical tech-related challenges. Its work will influence policies on AI, workforce development, and global competitiveness. The council's recommendations could shape how the US responds to rapid technological change in the years ahead.