New York Times

WASHINGTON — Melania Trump turned up at the White House on Thursday with a warning for all humanity.

"The robots are here," she said. "Our future is no longer science fiction."

It wasn't exactly "The Day the Earth Stood Still," but it was a fascinating sight nonetheless. This first lady does not come to Washington easily or often, but felt compelled to return to speak about the possibilities and dangers of artificial intelligence and the collective duty of our species.

"As leaders and parents, we must manage AI's growth responsibly," she said in her remarks. "During this primitive stage, it is our duty to treat AI as we would our own children — empowering, but with watchful guidance."

She was sitting at the head of a round table that had been set up in the East Room. To

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