Trump Signs Highly Anticipated AI Executive Order: Here’s What It Does

BreakingBusinessTrump Signs Highly Anticipated AI Executive Order: Here’s What It DoesByTy Roush,Forbes Staff. Ty Roush is a breaking news reporter based in New York City.Follow AuthorJun 02, 2026, 01:22pm EDTToplinePresident Donald Trump on Tuesday issued an executive order requesting that companies allow federal oversight of new AI models before they are publicly released, marking a reversal in Trump’s policy toward the technology after first signaling a relaxed approach. An earlier draft of the order was postponed after Trump said he “didn’t like certain aspects of it.” AFP via Getty ImagesKey FactsThe executive order asks companies to participate in a 30-day review process to assess an AI model’s “advanced cyber capabilities” and determine whether it is a “covered frontier model” before it is publicly released.The order then asks for up to 30 days before those AI models are released, allowing the government to select “trusted partners” that receive early access.This is a developing story.Got a tip? Share confidential information with Forbes.Editorial StandardsReprints & PermissionsLOADING VIDEO PLAYER...FORBES’ FEATURED Video