Google Workers Demand End to DHS, ICE AI Deals as Admin Seeks 100% Power Cost Coverage
Google employees demand Sundar Pichai end AI collaborations with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and ICE and publicly disclose full contract terms. The Trump administration has urged Alphabet to commit to covering 100% of new power generation and grid upgrade costs for its AI data centers.
1. Employee Call for Transparency
Google employees have submitted an open letter to CEO Sundar Pichai demanding public disclosure of AI contract terms and the cessation of collaborations with the Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement over ethical concerns.
2. DHS and ICE AI Partnerships Under Scrutiny
Staff highlighted projects where Google supplies AI tools to DHS surveillance programs and ICE immigration enforcement, warning of reputational risks and pressing for details on contract values, data usage and operational scope.
3. Administration’s Data Center Cost Compact
A draft compact from the administration proposes that Alphabet fund 100% of any new power generation and transmission upgrades for its AI data centers, and sign long-term electricity contracts to prevent costs from shifting to residential customers.