Melania Trump stresses leadership and staying ‘vigilant’ in AI development

Published September 15, 2026 5:03pm ET | Updated September 15, 2026 5:03pm ET



First lady Melania Trump emphasized the importance of ramping up artificial intelligence production, telling students to stay vigilant. 

Trump visited an elementary school in North Carolina on Tuesday, where she spoke with students, teachers, and staff about the latest advancements in technology. 

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