Trump Administration's AI Policies Favor Silicon Valley

In July of 2025, David Sacks, the Trump administration's A.I. and crypto czar, hosted a major technology forum near the White House, attended by high-profile tech executives including those from Nvidia and AMD.

President Trump unveiled an A.I. Action Plan, largely drafted by Sacks, who has been criticized for his conflicts of interest, as he holds 708 tech investments, with at least 449 related to artificial intelligence.

The New York Times reported that Sacks has pushed for policies benefiting his Silicon Valley colleagues, potentially generating up to $200 billion in new sales for companies like Nvidia. His policy recommendations have raised alarms among some White House colleagues due to their potential conflict with national security interests.

Notably, Sacks' podcast, All-In, sought to monetize the summit by charging sponsors $1 million for exclusive access, which led to intervention from White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles to prevent the podcast from being the sole host of the event.

This situation highlights the ethical complexities of Sacks' dual role as a government advisor and a tech investor, raising questions about the influence of political figures on the rapidly evolving A.I. industry.