First Lady Melania Trump has given her views on the emergence of artificial intelligence. Melania attended the virtual “Zoom Ahead: AI for Tomorrow’s Leaders” event on Friday afternoon and gave her opinion on AI. The First Lady, during a Zoom meeting with Zoom CEO Eric Yuan, shared that AI is ushering in the Age of Imagination but urged young people to continue thinking for themselves and not become completely dependent on AI. Newsmax provided in-depth details on Melania Trump’s remarks: First lady Melania Trump delivered a message of encouragement and caution to young Americans on Friday, calling artificial intelligence a powerful tool for creativity while warning against relying on it as a substitute for independent thought. “We are living in the age of imagination,” Trump said in a speech that aired on Newsmax, describing the moment as a “new era powered by artificial intelligence,” where curiosity can be satisfied “almost magically” and “in seconds.” In her remarks, Trump framed AI as a catalyst for learning and creative exploration, telling students they are “fortunate to have the capability to fulfill your dreams through the power of learning,” with AI acting as “the primary engine for creative exploration.” She emphasized that curiosity remains the common thread behind human progress, pointing to history’s most celebrated innovators. “The world’s greatest minds, our writers, architects, scientists, and painters, all had endless interests about human nature,” Trump said, adding that they questioned what had not yet been answered. Trump challenged young people to imagine using AI to build ambitious projects from home, including films, fashion brands, and art. “Are you ready to produce your own movie?” she asked. “Do you want to build the next Dress to Impress Empire? Have you ever wondered how to become the next master artist? Create your own song.” She noted that for the first time, aspiring creators can develop “movie characters, scripts, fashion, music, art, the entire ecosystem,” using AI tools. But she argued the real starting point is not software, but mindset. “What do you need to start? You need to harness your imagination,” Trump said. She described the most valuable modern skill as “knowing what to ask, why it matters,” and learning to think beyond easy answers. Here’s a clip of Melania’s speech: ‘Never surrender your thinking to AI’ — Melania Trump ‘Use AI as a tool, but do not let it replace your personal intelligence’ pic.twitter.com/eW52PxTZPs — RT (@RT_com) January 16, 2026 The White House provided the full transcript of Melania’s speech: Thank you, Mr. Yuan, Zoom’s leadership in the TechEd space is unmatched. Your support directly advances my mission to prepare America’s next generation to use AI to enhance their education, and ultimately their careers. Indeed, this is an incredible time. We are living in the Age of Imagination. The Age of Imagination is a new era, powered by artificial intelligence, where one’s curiosity can be satisfied almost magically, in seconds. You are fortunate to have the capability to fulfill your dreams through the power of learning, with AI serving as the primary engine for creative exploration. History reminds us that curiosity is the driving force behind every great achievement. The world’s greatest minds – our writers, architects, scientists, and painters – all had endless interest about human nature, and they all questioned that which was yet to be answered. Are you ready to produce your own movie? Do you want to build the next Dress to Impress empire? Have you ever wondered how to become the next master artist? Create your own song? Every giant, at some point in time, questions the status quo. Their singular vision pushes humanity in a new direction. Artificial intelligence is changing today’s world, and your curiosity should serve as the driving force. For the first time in history, the young girl dreaming of becoming a fashion designer and the young boy who wants to stand-up his cool animated superhero series can do so, from their own home. Artificial Intelligence provides all the tools needed to implement your creative vision – today. You can develop movie characters, scripts, fashion, music, art – the entire ecosystem. All with AI. But, what do you need to start? You need to harness your Imagination. In the new AI era, the most powerful skill is knowing what to ask, why it matters, and how to think beyond the first answer. I encourage you to be stubbornly curious, think outside the box, and question everything. Creators must stretch their minds to think differently. The world of possibility is endless, and AI is extending the conceptual in ways never dreamed of before. In the past, memorization unlocked opportunity. Today, your curiosity will open new doors to meaning, innovation, and leadership. But we must remember, although artificial intelligence can generate images and information, only humans can generate meaning and purpose. Deep thinking, patience, and staying curious are where purpose begins. Today, I urge you to take action: use AI to unlock new parts of your imagination. Lead with your ideas, stay sharp, but remember – never surrender your thinking to AI. Choose to let your imagination drive your intellectual progress. But never use AI as a quick solution. Be intellectually honest with yourself – use AI as a tool – but do not let it replace your personal intelligence. Pursue understanding with passion like no generation before. Make an impact. Knowledge is power. Nobody can take it away from you. Good luck and wishing you a successful year ahead! Watch the First Lady’s full speech below: CURIOSITY FOR INTELLECTUAL FREEDOM First Lady Melania Trump Inspires America’s Children to be Curious, Use AI to Achieve their Career Ambitions during @Zoom Ahead: AI for Tomorrow’s Leaders event. pic.twitter.com/gFBDEebp9U — First Lady Melania Trump (@FLOTUS) January 16, 2026