OpenAI and Anthropic poach Trump officials as industry fights for Washington’s trust
AI labs have been looking to people with political experience as frontier tech is increasingly viewed as a national security issue.
OpenAI and Anthropic are hiring former Trump administration officials for senior roles. According to Quartz, at least five former officials have been brought on by the two AI companies this year. This hiring trend is part of a larger shift in the AI industry, where companies are increasingly looking to recruit people with political experience.
The move comes as frontier AI technology is viewed as a national security issue. CNBC Technology and CNBC both reported that AI labs are seeking individuals with political experience, reflecting the growing importance of AI in national security.
The hiring of former Trump officials by OpenAI and Anthropic is part of a broader effort by tech companies to shape federal policy governing AI, particularly in the healthcare sector. CBS News reported on a private meeting between tech companies, including OpenAI and Anthropic, and federal health officials to discuss AI-powered health apps and how they access patients' sensitive medical information.
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