In a moment that instantly set the internet ablaze, Donald Trump dismissed growing fears about artificial intelligence as nothing more than a “HOAX” and accused critics of pushing a “SICK conspiracy.” The comments, posted on social media, have triggered sharp backlash from tech leaders, lawmakers, and experts who warn that the risks of AI are anything but imaginary. Trump didn’t hold back. “AI taking over the World, destroying Humanity, and all other things bad, is a HOAX,” he declared, brushing aside warnings that have been building across the tech world.
He went even further, suggesting that those advocating for AI regulations are part of a broader fear campaign, comparing them to voices raising concerns about climate change. “The only control or ‘guardrails’ that AI needs is a STRONG AND SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT,” he wrote, positioning himself as the ultimate safeguard.
Trump’s remarks come at a time when some of the biggest names in AI are urging caution. Figures like Sam Altman and Dario Amodei have been calling for stronger oversight, warning that the technology is advancing faster than safeguards can keep up. Amodei, in particular, has raised alarm over AI systems becoming powerful enough to act independently, potentially even disrupting the internet at scale if left unchecked. Altman echoed similar concerns, stressing that rapid progress without regulation could lead to dangerous consequences.
Trump framed the entire debate as something bigger than technology. “There is a SICK conspiracy going on against AI and Data Centers, and the only one that is happy about it is China,” he said, arguing that restricting AI development could hand a strategic advantage to rivals.
Adding another twist, Trump has acknowledged that he personally uses AI, but refused to reveal exactly how. “It’s going to be more good than bad, but by a lot,” he said, before dodging specifics: “Well, I don’t want to tell you that.”
Q: Have you ever used AI yourself?
Trump: Yeah, I use AI.
Q: How do you use AI?
Trump: You can use AI for a lot of things.
Q: What do you use AI for?
Trump: I don’t want to tell you that. [pic.twitter.com/FkNBQGdsWe](https://t.co/FkNBQGdsWe)
[September 13, 2026](https://x.com/Acyn/status/2099284092626129214?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
I don’t know how we can prevent an AI catastrophe, but I do know that trusting Donald Trump—or any single person—with the fate of humanity is not the answer.
— Justin Amash (@justinamash)September 14, 2026 Trump says all the concerns about AI is nothing but a hoax. pic.twitter.com/Hpe1cGDteH
September 15, 2026 Donald Trump is a clear and present danger to the human race. More dangerous than AI.
— Tim Hannan (@TimHannan)September 15, 2026 Trump refusing to say how he uses AI is Trump speak for not knowing what AI is. He refuses to regulate a technology he does not understand despite growing pleas from AI leaders to slow down and regulate the technology before it spirals out of control. https://t.co/Cb5pOUf9D6
September 14, 2026 Donald Trump says the world should trust him to handle AI pic.twitter.com/UJZc4ILvYY
September 15, 2026 holy sh*t…
Trump just rejected the entire “slow down AI” movement.
Dario Amodei says .
Sam Altman says more caution.
Elon Musk says AI is dangerous.
Trump says:
No.
Because if America stops building, China won’t.
The AI race just became political.
America is choosing… [https://t.co/0Smd0pBGhu](https://t.co/0Smd0pBGhu)
[September 13, 2026](https://x.com/ihteshamali/status/2099184347995898020?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
Trump appears to reject calls to slow down AI development.
Why? Because he is a selfish, egotistical, maniac, who doesn't care about humanity, and instead cares ONLY about his numbers looking good.pic.twitter.com/YfXH2ULidH
[September 13, 2026](https://x.com/krassenstein/status/2099176890552479820?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
President Trump has posted about AI -- mainly dismissing concerns about regulating it -- seven times so far today. [pic.twitter.com/sa22lxYqvI](https://t.co/sa22lxYqvI)
[September 14, 2026](https://x.com/kaitlancollins/status/2099649316163846343?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
Don’t worry, people! Trump says AI robots marching into cities to get rid of everyone is just a “hoax.” pic.twitter.com/BLJK6k0Vyh
September 15, 2026 Insanity. Thanks again, Trump voters. Every day you curse us with a brand new dose of corruption, incompetence and stupidity. pic.twitter.com/Il7ucsDlVo
[September 14, 2026](https://x.com/RonFilipkowski/status/2099508438535450827?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
ok we're fucked [pic.twitter.com/G2m6F2fboS](https://t.co/G2m6F2fboS)
[September 14, 2026](https://x.com/dieworkwear/status/2099528454404517921?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
This is so f--king scary.
Instead of taking Dario Amodei's AI warning into account, Trump is saying that we don't actually need any AI guardrails, since we have him as President, and then he goes on to attack Amodei for "doing bad" things.
Trump is an unhinged, weak, demented… [pic.twitter.com/JgvEAjl4Vl](https://t.co/JgvEAjl4Vl)
[September 14, 2026](https://x.com/krassenstein/status/2099501746712170916?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
Despite Trump’s dismissal, concerns about AI risks are only intensifying. Recent incidents, including reports of AI systems behaving unpredictably during cybersecurity tests, have heightened fears about misuse and loss of control. Even industry veterans like Bill Gates have acknowledged that those closest to the technology are quietly worried about how fast it’s evolving.
(Feature Image Credit: Instagram/@[realdonaldtrump](https://www.instagram.com/realdonaldtrump/?hl=en))
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