OpenAI CEO Sam Altman plans to donate $1 million to President-Elect Donald Trump’s inauguration fund, showing support for the incoming administration.
The big picture: Altman’s donation follows similar contributions from tech companies and executives seeking to strengthen relationships with the new administration, such as Meta and Amazon.
What they’re saying: “President Trump will lead our country into the age of AI, and I am eager to support his efforts to ensure America stays ahead,” Altman said in a statement.
Driving the news: Altman, involved in a legal dispute with Elon Musk, seemed unconcerned about Musk’s influence in the Trump administration.
- Trump appointed Musk and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the new Department of Government Efficiency, aiming to enhance government operations by reducing spending and regulations.
- Musk, an early investor and board member in OpenAI, sued the company for allegedly deviating from its original mission of prioritizing public benefit over profits.
