Michael Kratsios sworn in as head of White House Office of Science and Technology Policy

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Greek American Michael Kratsios has been officially sworn in as the new head of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) in a ceremony conducted by Vice President JD Vance.

The event took place in the Vice President’s ceremonial office and was attended by Kratsios’ wife, Alyssa, mother, Maria, and various current and former White House colleagues.

His appointment was confirmed by the Senate with a 74-25 vote, coinciding with the anniversary of the National Rebirth.

At 38 years old, Kratsios becomes the youngest person to lead the OSTP, where he will play a key role in shaping US policies on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Quantum Computing.

Photo: The Office of Vice President Vance.

He will also advise President Donald Trump on science and technology’s impact on both domestic and international affairs.

Kratsios is no stranger to working with the Trump administration, having previously served as the President’s Chief Technology Officer, where he led the development of the US Artificial Intelligence Strategy and other groundbreaking initiatives.

He also served as Under Secretary of Defence, overseeing the largest research and development budget in the world.

He has received numerous accolades, including the Distinguished Public Service Medal from the Ministry of Defence, and was featured in Fortune‘s “40 Under 40.”

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