Trump downplays the need to check AI development and says he doesn't want to cede edge to China

U.S. President Donald Trump has downplayed the necessity of restricting AI development. He emphasized that the United States must not cede its competitive edge to China in the field of artificial intelligence. These remarks were made following the trophy presentation of the Irish Open, which took place at the Trump International Golf Links course in Doonbeg, Ireland, on Sunday, September 13, 2026. Trump maintains that maintaining technological superiority over China is a critical priority for the nation.