Pentagon taps former DOGE official to lead its AI efforts
reuters.com
March 6, 2026
2 min read
Summary
Gavin Kliger has been appointed as the Chief Data Officer of the Pentagon, overseeing the Department's AI projects. His role will involve daily alignment and execution of the Department's most ambitious AI initiatives.
Key Takeaways
- The Pentagon appointed Gavin Kliger as Chief Data Officer to lead its AI initiatives, focusing on alignment and execution of AI projects.
- The Pentagon has decided to replace Anthropic with OpenAI after a dispute over the use of AI tools in military applications.
- Anthropic has been designated with a formal supply-chain risk by the Pentagon due to ongoing conflicts regarding the military's use of its technology.
- Kliger has a controversial background, having previously supported extremist figures on social media.
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March 6, 2026
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