Tech Meets Politics: OpenAI Leader's Big Bet on Trump

Greg Brockman isn't just shaping the future of artificial intelligence - he's now making serious moves in Washington. Financial disclosures reveal the OpenAI president and his wife Anna contributed a staggering $25 million to "MAGA Inc.," a super PAC supporting former President Donald Trump's campaign.

A Political Power Play

The September 2025 donation immediately positioned Brockman among the most influential donors this election cycle. This single contribution accounts for nearly 25% of the committee's six-month fundraising total, giving the tech executive outsized influence in Republican circles.

"I've become increasingly involved in political matters," Brockman stated recently, though he declined to comment specifically on the donation. His words now carry new weight as financial filings make clear just how serious that involvement has become.

The AI Regulation Battle

Analysts see Brockman's move as part of a broader strategy by tech leaders to shape AI policy. The Trump administration has positioned itself as a champion of deregulation in the tech sector, proposing to roll back state-level AI oversight measures that companies like OpenAI have opposed.

Brockman isn't just writing checks - he's also backing "Leading the Future," another super PAC actively working to block AI regulation bills through advertising campaigns and direct lobbying. The dual approach combines financial firepower with policy influence.

Internal Tensions Surface

The political maneuvering hasn't gone unnoticed within OpenAI. Several employees have circulated petitions protesting what they see as inappropriate corporate entanglement with partisan politics, particularly regarding law enforcement contracts.

One staffer, speaking anonymously, told us: "There's growing discomfort about using our technology for certain government applications while simultaneously funding polarizing political figures."

Key Points:

• 💰 Record-breaking donation: $25 million from Brockman and his wife ranks among largest single contributions to pro-Trump efforts
• 🏛️ Policy influence: Tech executives increasingly lobby against AI regulations while supporting deregulation-friendly candidates
• 📉 Employee pushback: Some OpenAI staff express concerns about company's political ties through petitions and internal discussions