OpenAI and Anthropic poach Trump officials as industry fights for Washington’s trust

cnbc.com·Kai Nicol-Schwarz·2026-10-09T11:00:01.000Z
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This article is factual news reporting with standard journalistic practices. It is not considered a psychological operation.

This article is not considered a psychological operation. It is straightforward news reporting that explains how AI companies Anthropic and OpenAI are hiring former Trump administration officials to strengthen their ties with the federal government, especially as AI becomes more entwined with national security and regulation. The article uses credible sources and official appointments to show a trend of tech firms aligning with political power, without overtly endorsing or criticizing the moves.

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