Critics say Trump plan to test AI models is short-sighted, performative.

Trump's AI order embraces pre-release testing for powerful AI models, but secrecy, voluntary participation and industry ties could complicate public trust.

The order asks AI companies to voluntarily submit their most powerful models for the government to test up to 30 days before releasing them to the public.

Government gets a say in 'trusted partner' access, and that worries policy experts