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Why did Trump say "super"?

The US president's preference for "super" over "artificial" likely stems from a desire to frame advanced technology positively, avoiding any negative connotations associated with "artificial." This rhetorical choice, made at a high-profile international forum, demonstrates how political leaders can influence language and public perception.

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