President Donald Trump declared that artificial intelligence will catalyze a massive increase in American employment, accelerate medical breakthroughs, and enable the United States to surpass China — while the nation’s economy continues its strong expansion.
Speaking during an exclusive interview, Trump cited manufacturing growth, tax cuts, and rising job numbers as proof that technological innovation ultimately benefits workers despite automation concerns. “Well, you’re really helping the workers because we’re building plants all over the country,” he said on a segment with Greta Van Susteren. “And when these plants open up, you’re going to see a big surge.”
The former president also highlighted AI’s potential in scientific advancements, noting it could unlock cures for diseases. “You’re helping a lot of other things, like cures to diseases that we’re going to find through AI,” he added.
Trump positioned AI as the key to a technological edge over China, stating, “We’re leading China.” He acknowledged that automation might reduce staffing at individual facilities but emphasized an overall rise in employment: “You may have fewer people in the plants, but you’ll have many more of them.”
He noted that total U.S. employment has reached record levels: “There are more people working today in the United States than ever before.”
On tax policy, Trump praised recent cuts for simplifying the system and boosting take-home pay. “We had the biggest tax cut in history, and people are getting $5,000, $6,000 and $8,000 back,” he said. He also pointed to the absence of taxes on tips, Social Security, or overtime.
Trump commended Senator John Fetterman for supporting his proposed White House ballroom project, calling him “terrific” and noting it is “beautiful” and “on budget.” He contrasted this with federal construction projects, stating he could have completed a similar job for $25 million instead of the Federal Reserve Building’s projected cost of $4 billion.
Additionally, Trump sharply criticized late-night host Jimmy Kimmel over jokes about his administration. “He shouldn’t be on television,” the former president said, calling Kimmel “a lowlife.”
