AI lawnmowers cut grass — and potentially costs — in National Mall test run

The Interior Department announced Tuesday it is testing autonomous lawnmowers on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., in an effort by the Trump administration to use artificial intelligence to "boost operational efficiency."

In an order obtained by Fox News Digital, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said AI will "drive smarter decision-making, boost operational efficiency, and better deliver on our core mission of advancing American energy dominance, protecting our natural resources, partnering with Tribal Nations, and enhancing internal services." 

The Interior Department is working with a private company, the name of which was not shared, to develop its AI technologies for use by the agency.

Video shared with Fox News Digital shows a demonstration of the AI-controlled lawnmowers on the National Mall, each carrying an American flag. Visitors scanned a QR code on the technology to view a map tracking their progress.