The Fox News Rundown From Washington: Inside the Plan to Make America ‘AI Ready’
Mar 29, 2026
Lori Chavez-Deremer, U.S. Secretary of Labor leading Make America AI Ready, outlines free AI literacy and upskilling programs for workers. Gary Sinise, actor and philanthropist who builds smart homes for wounded veterans, reflects on supporting service members. They discuss AI’s effects on manufacturing, trades, agriculture, training pipelines, and veteran advocacy.
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Take The 10 Minute Make America AI Ready Course
- Do the Department of Labor's Make America AI Ready course to gain basic AI literacy on a phone in 10 minutes a day for a week.
- The course is free, designed for beginners, works without a computer or full-time internet, and targets upskilling across ages and locations.
AI Augments Experienced Workers Not Just Replace Them
- AI often augments experienced workers rather than eliminating them, combining older employees' skills with new tech.
- At American Airlines AI aids tasks while companies retain seasoned staff for their expertise and safety roles.
Upskill Through Community Colleges And Vocational Programs
- If you're mid- or late-career, seek education through community colleges and vocational programs to avoid obsolescence.
- The Department of Labor is funding states to work with community colleges and career-technical schools for upskilling at any career stage.