Trump responds to a proposal from a New York-based youth think tank, encouraging the embrace of the artificial intelligence era.

Jericho, New York，Jun9 – Eric Quan, Youth Leaders Development Organization (YLDO) founding member, Vice President and Chief AI & Information Technology Officer, has recently received an official reply letter from the White House. In the correspondence dated June 8, 2026 issued by the White House, U.S. President Donald J. Trump expressed gratitude to Eric for his insights and proposals concerning American innovative development, artificial intelligence and national long-term investment strategies, and encouraged young generations to engage in national development and technological innovation undertakings.
 
The President noted in the letter that the United States is stepping into a new era fueled by innovation, technology and economic prosperity, with young people serving as a core driving force for its advancement.
 
The President specifically highlighted that the federal government is boosting the growth of artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, semiconductors and the digital economy.
 

According to the President, these landmark investments will further cement America’s global leadership in science and technology and unlock unprecedented opportunities for the coming generation of innovators.

The letter further emphasized that the U.S. administration is advancing responsible artificial intelligence development. By lowering regulatory hurdles, fostering startup and innovative ventures, and bolstering digital economic growth, the government is building a more inclusive ecosystem for young tech talents.
 
From Campus Safety Initiative to AI Innovation Practices. Eric Quan has been passionate about computer science, programming and artificial intelligence research from an early age. He has consistently focused on technological innovation, youth leadership and the societal applications of AI, while actively taking part in international youth exchange programs and futuristic tech events hosted by YLDO.

This past January, Eric Quan and Eirene Hope Liu, YLDO Co-Founder and Vice President, co-launched the initiative titled Preventing Campus and Community Gun Violence Through Artificial Intelligence. They penned a joint letter to President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, urging the federal government to prioritize campus and community public safety and leverage artificial intelligence to build more effective early warning and protective systems.

During the Presidential AI Challenge hosted at the White House in late January, the two youth leaders refined their proposal. Eirene drafted frameworks centering on creative design, social impact assessment and project management, while Eric devised technical solutions covering AI architecture, coding programming and system deployment. In May of this year, they submitted another joint letter to the White House, recommending expanded adoption of artificial intelligence in campus and community safety governance.
 
Eric stated: “We urge the White House: as we strive to make America great again, we must first make America safer. The ultimate purpose of technological advancement is to serve people, safeguard lives and build a brighter future.” Their youthful perspectives ultimately garnered high-level attention from the federal government.
 
Upon receiving the official White House reply, Eric shared his thoughts:
 
“Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world. As young people, we must not only master AI technologies, but also contemplate how to deploy artificial intelligence to benefit communities, advance educational equity, and drive sustainable development and international collaboration.”
 
Harmony Liu, Founder and Chairperson of YLDO, commented:
“It is inspiring to witness growing numbers of young people engaging with national governance and global technological transformation. Eric’s receipt of an official White House correspondence demonstrates that adolescent voices carry weight with presidential administration, and upholds the American tradition of encouraging youth participation in civic affairs and innovative endeavors. The future belongs to young leaders and tech pioneers of the AI inaugural year who combine technical proficiency with strong social accountability.”
 
A distinguished high school student specializing in technology, Eric oversees YLDO’s official website design, technical maintenance and digital infrastructure development on an ongoing basis. He also volunteers extensively with the United Nations, local communities and charitable non-profit organizations.
 
2026 is widely recognized as the inaugural year of artificial intelligence. At this pivotal historical moment, Eric Quan and Eirene Hope Liu co-led the YLDO youth cohort in responding to the nationwide AI education campaign launched by the U.S. government, conceiving and hosting AI training workshops, robotics innovation contests and futuristic technology summits.
 
Their curated events include:
• Long Island Youth AI Robotics Innovation Challenge held July 18–19, 2026 during summer break, alongside the inaugural United Nations Youth Artificial Intelligence Summit on July 21. Youth AI Hands-on Innovation and Leadership Training Program; The AI for Good Global Youth Initiative.

In February 2026, after leading his team through the Presidential AI Challenge, Eric was honored with the Outstanding AI Innovation Pioneer Award by YLDO.
 
Earlier, in October 2025, during commemorative events marking the 80th anniversary of the United Nations, he received the Outstanding Young IT Leader Award from the World Harmony Foundation, an NGO affiliated with the United Nations Environment Programme. He subsequently earned the Gold Medal for Distinguished Volunteer Service from Ask Congress TV, the official online television platform of the U.S. Congress.
 
Youth Radiates Brilliance Through Innovation. This presidential letter from the White House once again verifies that teenage viewpoints can transcend age barriers and reach senior federal decision-makers, motivating more young individuals to voice their opinions boldly, embrace technological innovation, and contribute to building the society of tomorrow.
 
Amid the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence, Eric Quan and his fellow young members of YLDO are embodying the duties and missions of contemporary youth leaders through tangible actions. They uphold this conviction: “Youth shapes the future and builds a dreamlike world.”