President Donald Trump announced on June 5, 2026, that he will meet with executives from leading artificial intelligence companies next week. The meeting aims to explore how the public could benefit from the industry's growth, including the idea of making the public a 'partner' in AI's success. Trump emphasized the potential financial benefits for everyday Americans, stating that concepts could be developed where the public shares in the profits of AI advancements.
Trump has prioritized AI during his second term, signing executive orders to encourage innovation, despite mixed public sentiment about the technology. He noted that he had previously discussed the partnership concept with AI company representatives, asserting that the U.S. leads globally in AI development.
While specific companies attending the meeting were not disclosed, Arnie Bellini, founder of ConnectWise, mentioned that Anthropic, OpenAI, and SpaceXAI had expressed willingness to collaborate with the Trump administration on AI initiatives. Bellini argued that Trump's executive order could reduce regulatory barriers, fostering cooperation between major companies and the government.
Senator Bernie Sanders has also suggested giving Americans a financial stake in AI, but Trump downplayed any surprise at sharing similar views with Sanders, referencing past support from some of Sanders' voters during the 2016 Democratic primary.