White House’s ‘lack of organization’ has AI lobbyists fretting

Seven lobbyists and policy advisers told POLITICO they have struggled to get specifics from the White House about a possible executive order that could impose tough vetting rules on new AI models. The sources cited mixed messages from the administration, reflecting a lack of organization in the White House's approach to AI policy.

The lobbyists, who represent major tech companies and industry groups, said they have been unable to determine the scope or timeline of any potential executive order. Some expressed frustration that the White House has not provided clear guidance on what the order would require. Others noted that the mixed signals have made it difficult to plan their advocacy strategies.

The article suggests that the White House's internal confusion could delay or alter any eventual AI regulation. The potential executive order would focus on vetting new AI models, a move that could affect companies developing frontier systems. The lack of clarity has led to uncertainty among industry stakeholders about the future regulatory landscape.