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OpenAI's Brockman Donates $25M to Trump's Super PAC
OpenAI President donates millions to Trump, says it’s for humanity
OpenAI’s president, Greg Brockman, has quietly funneled several million dollars into former President Donald Trump’s political operation, framing the contribution as a gesture “for humanity.” The revelation has sparked a backlash among a segment of ChatGPT users who see the money as at odds with the company’s public messaging. A loosely organized group calling itself QuitGPT has begun urging members to terminate their subscriptions, arguing that the donation undermines trust in the platform. Their petition, which now lists more than 700 signatories, argues that the funding could fuel the negative sentiment some people already associate with AI. As the debate intensifies, Brockman’s rationale for the gift is about to be put under the microscope, with his own words set to explain the motive.
It's really team humanity." Despite his stated goal, Brockman's donations could be contributing to the negative sentiment some people have toward AI. QuitGPT, a movement calling on people to cancel their ChatGPT subscriptions over Brockman's donation to Trump, is gaining traction, with more than 700,000 people sharing the petition online or signing its pledge. On Sunday, actor Mark Ruffalo announced on Instagram he was joining the movement.
His donations have also caused some consternation inside OpenAI. While many employees understand that the company needs to work with government officials to develop cutting-edge technology, there's a feeling that Brockman is doing more than is strictly necessary to advance OpenAI's business. "I personally think Greg's political donations probably go beyond that," says one OpenAI researcher who spoke on the condition of anonymity.
"I think there's no decision ever that everyone at OpenAI agrees with," Brockman says when I ask what his team thinks about the donations. We have this scientific mission of discovery, and reality kind of doesn't care for your own opinion. It cares about what's true." OpenAI maintains that the Brockmans' donations are strictly personal, and not a reflection of the company's politics.
"The Brockmans' donation reflects their focus on AI as a defining issue for the country and the world during this presidency," a company spokesperson said in a statement. "They bring a unique perspective on the technology and are engaged specifically on this issue." Many AI leaders have celebrated President Trump in his second term for championing AI development and clearing roadblocks for companies.
Did the donations change anything? Greg Brockman, OpenAI’s president, and his wife Anna gave $25 million to MAGA Inc, the super PAC backing President Trump, and another $25 million to the bipartisan AI super PAC Leading the Future. He says the gifts are “team humanity.” Yet the reaction's been swift.
Over 700 people have joined QuitGPT, urging users to cancel ChatGPT subscriptions because of the political contribution. The movement frames the donations as a threat to public trust in AI, but the extent of that threat remains unclear. While the bipartisan PAC claims it will oppose politicians who jeopardize Americans’ “ability to benefit from AI,” no concrete actions have been outlined.
Moreover, whether Brockman’s personal stance truly influences OpenAI’s direction is uncertain. Critics argue the funds could fuel negative sentiment toward the technology; supporters point to the stated goal of protecting AI’s societal benefits. In short, the long‑term impact of these contributions on AI policy and public perception is still unknown.
Further Reading
- ChatGPT Boycott Launched As OpenAI Exposed As MAGA Donor - Black Enterprise
- OpenAI President Exposed As Mega MAGA Donor. Now There’s A Growing Campaign To Cancel ChatGPT - Black Enterprise
- QuitGPT — OpenAI Execs are Trump's Biggest Donors - QuitGPT
- Anthropic to donate $20 million to US political group backing AI regulation - WTAQ (Reuters)
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Common Questions Answered
How much did Greg Brockman donate to Trump's MAGA Inc super PAC?
Greg Brockman and his wife Anna donated $25 million to MAGA Inc in September 2025. This donation was one of the largest individual contributions to the pro-Trump super PAC during its six-month fundraising cycle.
What is the 'QuitGPT' campaign protesting?
The QuitGPT campaign is calling for users to cancel their ChatGPT subscriptions in response to OpenAI leadership's political donations to Trump's campaign. As of the article, over 17,000 people have signed the boycott, claiming they have quit ChatGPT due to concerns about the company's political affiliations and potential contributions to authoritarianism.
Why are OpenAI's political donations controversial?
The donations are controversial because they potentially conflict with OpenAI's public image of neutrality and humanitarian mission. The campaign alleges that OpenAI is supporting a political movement that could use AI technology for potentially problematic purposes, such as ICE's alleged use of GPT-4 for resume screening.