# US risks 'very bad position' if it loses AI race, says Trump; dismisses extinction fears

> Source: <https://www.deccanherald.com/world/us/us-risks-very-bad-position-if-it-loses-ai-race-says-trump-dismisses-extinction-fears-4142722>
> Published: 2026-09-11 06:06:55+00:00

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he is concerned the nation could be put in a "very bad position" if it does not lead the AI race..Trump administration proposes waiving grace period for H-1B holders after job loss.Asked by the media at Dallas airport whether he was concerned that AI could lead to human extinction, Trump said, "No, I don't have any."