Melania Trump’s big AI push in speech to marines; ‘will take center stage in theater of war…’

First Lady Melania Trump delivered a keynote speech at Marine Corps Air Station New River, celebrating the Marine Corps' 250th anniversary and saluting the service and sacrifice of military families. In her remarks, Melania Trump warned that artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to “alter war more profoundly than any technology since nuclear weapons,” highlighting how AI is rapidly transforming the speed and nature of modern conflict, from autonomous helicopters to recon drones and “fighterless jets.” She emphasized that, despite technological advances, the courage and commitment of Marines remains central to mission success.