Trump appointed Jay Clayton to lead a new "Super Intelligence Force" coordinating federal AI policy, according to Decrypt. Clayton serves as Director of National Intelligence in this role.

Clayton previously chaired the Securities and Exchange Commission, where he initiated crypto-related legal actions. His tenure included the SEC's lawsuit against Ripple, the company behind XRP.

The appointment places Clayton in charge of coordinating AI policy across federal agencies. His background in financial regulation and enforcement now extends to emerging technology oversight under the new administration.

Clayton's role overseeing the "Super Intelligence Force" represents a shift from his prior SEC position, though his history with crypto litigation may shape how federal agencies approach digital asset regulation going forward.