OpenAI’s President Gave Millions to Trump. He Says It’s for Humanity
A massive political donation from a top AI exec is causing a firestorm of controversy.
Deep Dive
OpenAI President Greg Brockman and his wife donated $25 million to a pro-Trump super PAC, MAGA Inc., in 2025. Brockman claims the donations serve OpenAI's mission to benefit humanity by supporting pro-AI politicians. The move has sparked significant internal consternation and a public boycott movement, #QuitGPT, with over 700,000 supporters. He also gave $25 million to a bipartisan AI-focused super PAC, pledging another $25 million for 2026.
Why It Matters
This blurs the line between tech leadership and partisan politics, risking public trust in AI development and sparking employee dissent.