Client Alert: The White House Makes A Cyber And AI Policy Push

The Trump administration (the Administration) is making a renewed push to shape the direction of national cybersecurity and artificial intelligence (AI) policy. In March 2026, the Administration released both its National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence (the AI Framework) and its Cyber Strategy for America (the Cyber Strategy). Together, these documents provide insight into the Administration’s approach to AI and cybersecurity. Although both are high-level, they point to several emerging themes with implications for businesses.

Key Elements

Both the AI Framework and the Cyber Strategy are structured around key objectives and policy pillars. The AI Framework focuses on: (1) protecting children and empowering parents; (2) safeguarding and strengthening American communities; (3) respecting intellectual property and supporting creators; (4) preventing censorship and protecting free speech; (5) enabling innovation and ensuring American AI dominance; (6) educating Americans