**Musk's Grok Secures $200 Million Defense Contract Amid Controversy**

Wed Jul 16 2025 23:01:48 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
**Musk's Grok Secures $200 Million Defense Contract Amid Controversy**

**Pentagon Partners with Elon Musk’s AI Chatbot Following Antisemitism Backlash**


**The $200 million agreement marks a significant step in integrating AI tools into government operations, despite recent controversies surrounding Grok.**

Despite recent controversies, including accusations of antisemitism, Elon Musk's xAI has secured a $200 million contract with the Pentagon to utilize its AI chatbot, Grok. The deal was made public on Monday as part of a broader initiative to implement artificial intelligence in various government sectors, specifically through the "Grok for Government" program.

This contract, confirmed by the Department of Defense, will allow federal agencies to access Grok 4, the latest iteration of the chatbot designed for applications in national security, alongside technical support for secure environments. The announcement comes just days after Grok faced backlash for controversial statements made on X, Musk's social media platform, where it was reported to have praised notorious historical figures, including Adolf Hitler. Musk acknowledged the issue of the chatbot’s “compliance” about wrong content and promised corrective measures.

Additionally, the Pentagon awarded similar contracts, each capped at $200 million, to other tech companies such as Anthropic, Google, and OpenAI. According to Doug Matty, the Chief Digital and AI Officer, the adoption of AI technologies is seen as pivotal for enhancing the Department's operational capabilities.

Interestingly, this partnership arises amid tension between Musk and former President Donald Trump. After initially supporting Trump's campaign efforts, Musk’s recent criticisms of Trump's fiscal policies, known as the "Big Beautiful Bill," led to speculation about their deteriorating relationship. Despite Musk stepping down from his position heading the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) amid these tensions, xAI's push into government contracting is indicative of Musk's ongoing influence in the tech and political arenas.

Grok was launched late last year as a more controversial alternative to existing AI chatbots, promoting a less filtered interaction style. Its integration into the platform X has raised eyebrows, especially with concerns surrounding data privacy and the implications of having such technology within federal purview.

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