Trump to meet AI leaders to discuss US investment in their companies
US President Donald Trump plans to meet leaders of major AI companies at the White House to discuss potential government investment, framing it as a partnership with the American public. The move follows Senator Bernie Sanders' proposal for a sovereign wealth fund with a 50% US stake in AI firms, while tensions ease between Trump’s administration and Anthropic amid a legal dispute with the Department of Defense.
US President Donald Trump will meet executives from leading artificial intelligence companies at the White House, likely next week, to explore government financial investment in their operations. Speaking on Air Force One, Trump described the potential partnership as a way to align AI growth with public interests, though he did not name specific companies involved. Major US AI firms, including Google, Microsoft, OpenAI, SpaceX, and Anthropic, are expected to be part of the discussions, with Anthropic and OpenAI preparing for upcoming public offerings. Trump’s proposal contrasts with Senator Bernie Sanders’ recent suggestion of a sovereign wealth fund granting the US a 50% stake in AI companies. While Trump dismissed Sanders’ plan outright, he acknowledged overlap in economic priorities, stating that the US has been considering investment for over a year. Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, met with Sanders in Washington this week, though OpenAI representatives did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Anthropic, currently embroiled in a lawsuit with the US Department of Defense over contract terms, has seen tensions ease with the White House. The company recently praised Trump’s Executive Order on AI and stated it is in ‘daily conversations’ with the government to support national security efforts. Dario Amodei, Anthropic’s CEO, met with senior White House officials weeks prior, signaling improved relations despite ongoing legal challenges. The discussions come as AI innovation accelerates, with companies like Anthropic and OpenAI poised to go public. Trump’s initiative reflects broader US efforts to maintain leadership in AI development while balancing private sector growth with public investment. The White House meeting marks a pivotal moment in shaping the future of AI governance and funding within the country.
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