Top White House AI Policy Adviser Sriram Krishnan to Step Down

Sriram Krishnan, one of the White House’s leading advisers on artificial intelligence policy, confirmed on Saturday that he will resign from his role by the end of the month.

Krishnan, a technology investor and senior AI policy adviser, played a central role in the Trump administration’s AI initiatives. His work included developing strategic plans aimed at achieving Trump’s goal of “dominance in artificial intelligence” and crafting policies to support the tech industry, according to The Hill.

On the social media platform X, Krishnan wrote, “I will continue to help tackle some of America’s biggest challenges in AI,” without specifying the reasons for his departure. He added, “This journey has been the honor of a lifetime.”

David Saks, the White House official responsible for AI and cryptocurrency issues, stated that Krishnan will remain involved with the White House as an external adviser.

In a detailed post on X, Saks praised Krishnan’s tenure, describing him as a foundational figure and one of the administration’s most influential voices on AI policy.

Saks highlighted some of Krishnan’s achievements, including co-authoring the administration’s AI action plan and contributing to the national AI policy framework used in Congress. He wrote, “Your skills are truly unique; a rare blend of deep technical fluency in AI, sharp political acumen, exceptional strategic thinking, and genuine diplomatic talent.” Saks added, “His departure will be a significant loss for the administration.”

Krishnan’s exit occurs as the administration confronts challenges posed by artificial intelligence, such as cybersecurity threats and job displacement due to technological advances.

Earlier this year, Trump and other White House tech leaders submitted an AI policy “wish list” to Congress, which served as a long-awaited response to those demands.

Last week, Trump signed an executive order establishing a voluntary process allowing AI labs to submit their models to the government for testing up to 30 days before public release.