Melania Trump Showcases Figure 3 and AI Education Vision at White House

Figure 3, a humanoid robot developed by Figure AI, was showcased at the White House, reflecting how generative AI and robotics are expanding from industrial applications into public education. U.S. first lady Melania Trump said humanoid AI could help children engage with classical knowledge and develop critical-thinking skills, bringing education technology into sharper focus in policy messaging.

Melania Trump recently invited Figure 3 to appear at a White House event, using the live demonstration to illustrate how AI robots could serve as educational tools for children and raising the policy profile of Figure AI’s technology. However, available information does not specify the event’s exact date, any procurement or partnership value, or the timeline and scale for deployment in schools.