Trump Appoints Nvidia, Meta CEOs to Science and Tech Council
President Donald Trump named a group of leading tech executives to a federal science advisory body on March 25. The appointments include CEOs from major technology companies.
Appointed leaders
- Mark Zuckerberg — CEO of Meta Platforms.
- Jensen Huang — CEO of Nvidia.
- Larry Ellison — Executive Chairman of Oracle.
- Sergey Brin — Co‑founder of Google (Alphabet).
- Lisa Su — CEO of AMD.
- Bob Mumgaard — CEO and co‑founder of Commonwealth Fusion Systems.
These names are part of an initial group of 13 industry members. The council could grow to as many as 24 members.
Council role and leadership
The group will serve on the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology. It will advise on AI policy and related technological issues.
David Sacks will co‑chair the council alongside Michael Kratsios. Both are White House technology advisers.
Policy context
Securing U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence is a stated priority of the administration. Early directives called for an AI Action Plan to lower regulatory hurdles and speed private innovation.
The council is expected to shape Washington’s response to intensifying global competition in AI. Its work may influence future federal policy and industry coordination.
Industry reaction and implications
Meta and Nvidia said the council could strengthen the United States’ position in AI. Oracle declined to comment.
Alphabet and AMD did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Commonwealth Fusion Systems said Mumgaard’s appointment signals support for fusion technology.
Artificial intelligence is driving major investment in the U.S. market. Companies have pledged trillions of dollars in future spending.
Next steps
Additional members will be named in the near term. The council will begin advising on AI and science priorities soon.
Filmogaz.com will monitor developments as the council’s membership and agenda evolve.
