Trump orders US Government to cut ties with Anthropic

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President Trump orders U.S. government agencies to cease using Anthropic's AI technology immediately, with a six-month phase-out period for some departments.
Trump threatens 'major civil and criminal consequences' if Anthropic does not cooperate during the phase-out.
Anthropic refuses to drop its two key demands: no AI for autonomous weapons and no mass domestic surveillance.
The Pentagon's latest contract language does not fully commit to avoiding these use cases, according to Anthropic.
Senate leaders urge the Pentagon and Anthropic to extend negotiations and work with Congress to find a solution.
The Pentagon claims it has no intention of using Anthropic's AI for mass surveillance or autonomous weapons but says Anthropic's safeguards could jeopardize military operations.
If Anthropic does not agree to the Pentagon's terms by the deadline, the Pentagon will terminate the partnership and label Anthropic a 'supply chain risk.'
Critics warn that the Pentagon's actions could set a precedent for government coercion of private companies.

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