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March 2, 2026

Tech workers urge DOD, Congress to withdraw Anthropic label as a supply chain risk

Tech workers have signed an open letter urging the Department of War to withdraw its designation of Anthropic as a "supply chain risk" and instead to settle the matter quietly.

Tech workers urge DOD, Congress to withdraw Anthropic label as a supply chain risk

TL;DR

  • Hundreds of tech workers signed an open letter to the DOD and Congress regarding Anthropic's 'supply chain risk' designation.
  • The designation stems from Anthropic's refusal to grant unrestricted access to its AI systems for mass surveillance or autonomous weapons.
  • President Trump directed federal agencies to stop using Anthropic's technology, leading to the DOD's designation.
  • Industry professionals view the DOD's action as harsh retaliation and a dangerous precedent for government-tech relations.
  • Concerns are raised about potential government overreach and the use of AI for nefarious purposes.

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