The US administration has designated AI company Anthropic as a supply chain risk, potentially forcing government contractors to cease using its AI chatbot, Claude. This decision follows accusations from President Trump and Defense Secretary Hegseth that Anthropic endangers national security. Anthropic's CEO, Dario Amodei, plans to challenge this action legally, arguing it undermines military operations. While some military contractors are severing ties with Anthropic, the company has seen a surge in consumer downloads due to public support for its stance against mass surveillance. The Pentagon's decision has drawn criticism from various political figures and former officials, who argue it misuses authority meant for foreign threats.