In a significant shift, the Trump administration is preparing to issue an executive order aimed at regulating artificial intelligence (AI) amidst rising public concerns over its safety and cybersecurity implications. Reports indicate that the White House has briefed major AI companies, including OpenAI and Anthropic, on new plans for a voluntary pre-release model review process. This pivot towards stricter oversight has been influenced by requests from MAGA allies, including Steve Bannon, urging Trump to ensure that potentially dangerous AI systems undergo government testing and approval before they hit the market. A recent poll shows substantial Republican support for mandatory AI testing, reflecting a growing consensus on the need for oversight. This forthcoming executive order may also grant the NSA a role in the evaluation of frontier AI models, as the administration seeks to balance innovation with safety measures.