OpenAI prepares lobbying blitz for a post-midterm Washington
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OpenAI is preparing an extensive lobbying and public relations campaign in Washington following the US midterm elections. The company anticipates increased regulatory challenges, particularly if Democrats regain control of the House of Representatives. This shift comes after two years of a favorable administration for big tech firms with ties to President Trump. OpenAI's policy chief, Chris Lehane, aims to guide the AI debate through 2028 by promoting the idea that artificial intelligence augments rather than replaces human workers. To support this narrative, the company is proposing binding safety regulations described as "speed limits" for frontier models. Additionally, OpenAI plans to address local opposition to its infrastructure by rebranding data centers as "AI Compute Campuses" and highlighting economic benefits for host communities. These strategic moves are designed to secure fast-tracked safety rules in the upcoming Congress.
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