Melania Trump Declares "The Robots Are Here" at White House AI Education Summit

Washington D.C. – First Lady Melania Trump declared "The robots are here. Our future is no longer science fiction," during a White House event on September 4, 2025, emphasizing the urgent need for responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) management and education. Her remarks came as she hosted a meeting of the White House Task Force on Artificial Intelligence Education, marking a rare public appearance to advocate for AI literacy among American youth. The event underscored the administration's commitment to preparing the next generation for an AI-driven world.

The First Lady highlighted both the immense potential and inherent risks of AI, stating that "as leaders and parents, we must manage AI’s growth responsibly." She likened the technology's development to nurturing children, requiring "empowering, but with watchful guidance." This perspective aligns with her "Be Best" initiative, which now expands its focus to include online safety and the ethical stewardship of AI for children.

The event, which saw the participation of prominent tech leaders, including Google CEO Sundar Pichai and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, aimed to foster collaboration between the public and private sectors. IBM pledged to train two million U.S. workers in AI, while Code.org announced plans to reach 25 million students with AI-focused curricula. These commitments are part of the broader Presidential AI Challenge, designed to encourage students to use AI tools to solve community issues.

Mrs. Trump also referenced her personal engagement with AI, noting her use of AI-powered audio for her memoir and her advocacy for the "Take It Down Act." This legislation, signed into law in May, aims to protect individuals from deepfake and revenge pornography, demonstrating her focus on the practical and ethical implications of advanced technology. The First Lady's active role in these initiatives signals a strategic effort to shape the national discourse on AI's integration into society.

The White House event was the second meeting of the Task Force on Artificial Intelligence Education since President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order on Advancing Artificial Intelligence Education for American Youth in April 2025. The administration views AI education as crucial for maintaining American competitiveness and ensuring that AI serves as a "greatest engine of progress" for the nation.