Trump orders federal agencies to stop using Anthropic AI

President Donald Trump ordered all U.S. federal agencies to immediately cease using Anthropic's technology, with a six-month phase-out period for agencies currently using the products. Trump stated he will use the power of the presidency to ensure compliance, citing potential civil and criminal consequences.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth designated Anthropic a national security "supply-chain risk" following a Friday 5 p.m. deadline, prohibiting all defense contractors from using the company's AI. Hegseth stated the decision is final.

Anthropic will continue providing services to the Department of War for up to six months to allow for a transition. The company stated it has not received direct communication from the Pentagon or the White House regarding the status of negotiations.

Anthropic refuses to allow its AI to be used for fully autonomous weapons or mass domestic surveillance. The company stated the supply-chain risk designation is "legally unsound" and that it will challenge the decision in court.

This decision affects federal agency procurement and defense industry standards.