President Trump Considers Anthropic Pentagon Deal Amidst National Security Concerns
President Trump has indicated a potential shift in stance towards Anthropic, suggesting that a deal for the Department of Defense to use Anthropic's AI models could be possible. This follows a period of tension where Anthropic was designated a supply chain risk to national security by the Pentagon, a label typically reserved for companies associated with foreign adversaries. The designation required defense contractors to certify they were not using Anthropic's models in military work. However, recent discussions between Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and senior administration officials have been described as productive, focusing on shared priorities like cybersecurity and AI safety. The White House meeting on April 18, 2026, included Chief of Staff Susie Wiles and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, where Anthropic's new Mythos model was discussed. 
