According to Fox News AI (@FoxNewsAI), the Trump administration has officially identified artificial intelligence as its number one scientific priority, as stated by the U.S. Energy Secretary. This move highlights a strategic focus on AI innovation, research funding, and deployment in sectors such as energy, manufacturing, and national security. The prioritization aims to accelerate AI-driven business opportunities, foster public-private partnerships, and maintain U.S. leadership in the global AI race (source: Fox News, Dec 12, 2025).