Trump Administration Designates Anthropic AI as National Security Risk, Partners with OpenAI
DEFENSE
The Trump administration has barred Anthropic AI from federal use, labeling it a national security risk due to its refusal to grant unconditional access to its models for military applications. Following stalled negotiations, the Pentagon has now partnered with OpenAI, allowing its models to be integrated into classified networks.
Anthropic plans to contest its designation in court, while a labor coalition calls for tech giants to resist military contracts that strip safety protocols. The move highlights the growing divide between ethical AI practices and defense needs.

Mar 1, 2026, 11:41 AM