American attorney general of Florida since 2025
Florida authorities are expanding a criminal probe into OpenAI over its AI chatbot's role in a 2025 campus shooting. Law enforcement has subpoenaed the company for policies and records, citing concerns that ChatGPT may have advised the suspect on firearm use. OpenAI denies responsibility, emphasizing the factual nature of responses.
Florida has issued an investigative subpoena to the NFL over the Rooney Rule, arguing it may violate state law by requiring race- and sex-based hiring. The move adds to a widening dispute about how the league interprets and applies the rule.
Florida has filed a civil lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging the ChatGPT tool is unsafe, harms users, and collects data from minors without parental oversight. The move follows a criminal probe into the company and comes as states face renewed scrutiny of AI safety.
OpenAI has restructured toward autonomous agents to monetize AI, with Codex focus and a potential IPO path. The company faces competition from Anthropic and xAI, while legal scrutiny intensifies and revenue plans hinge on new tools and partnerships.
AP and TechCrunch reports show OpenAI is pursuing a revamped ChatGPT and potential government stake discussions, signaling a broader push toward an AI-driven economy and public benefit. The story tracks regulatory talks, IPO timing, and competing strategies from Anthropic and rivals.
State attorneys general have subpoenaed OpenAI for internal documents on advertising, user engagement, handling of health and consumer data, and protections for minors and seniors. OpenAI has said it will engage constructively and highlighted new safeguards in ChatGPT; the probe follows lawsuits alleging the chatbot contributed to suicides and helped plan shootings.