Anthropic to donate $20m to US political group backing AI regulation

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by ReutersFebruary 12, 2026 at 06:10 PM

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Anthropic, an AI company, pledged $20 million to Public First Action, a US political group supporting AI regulation. This move contrasts with OpenAI's advocacy for less stringent regulation. Public First Action opposes federal efforts to preempt state AI laws and backs candidates like Marsha Blackburn, who also opposes such federal intervention. Anthropic stated that AI companies have a responsibility to ensure the technology benefits the public. The AI industry is expected to significantly influence US elections through financial contributions aimed at shaping AI regulation. Public First Action was formed to counter Leading the Future, a group backed by OpenAI leaders that generally opposes strict AI regulations.

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A16Z 30% Tennessee 40% Marc Andreessen 40% Greg Brockman 40% Donald Trump 50% Marsha Blackburn 50% Leading the Future ×360% Public First Action ×370% United States ×270% OpenAI ×480% Anthropic ×390%

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ai regulation 100% artificial intelligence 90% anthropic 80% political group 70% openai 70% political candidates 60% us midterm elections 60% public first action 60% state ai regulations 50%

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