President Donald Trump signed an executive order titled "Preventing Woke AI in the Federal Government," aiming to prevent federal agencies from procuring AI models deemed to promote "ideological agendas." The order directs agencies to prioritize "truthfulness," "historical accuracy," and "objectivity" in AI models, specifically targeting concepts like Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), critical race theory, and transgenderism, which Trump defines as the suppression or distortion of factual information about race or sex. The Office of Management and Budget has 120 days to issue further guidance.

The order's impact extends beyond government use, potentially affecting the entire LLM field. Most major US AI companies hold or seek government contracts, blurring the lines between government, business, and consumer AI models. The executive order's broad definition of "woke" raises concerns about potential censorship and the chilling effect on AI development aiming for neutrality.

Impact Statement: The executive order could significantly influence the development and deployment of AI models in the US, potentially leading to self-censorship by companies to secure government contracts and impacting the diversity of information and perspectives available to users.