Anthropic is launching a presidential engagement program to work with US presidential candidates from both parties on AI-related issues ahead of the 2028 election cycle. The company is currently hiring a Political Programs Lead based in Washington, D.C., with an annual salary ranging from $295,000 to $345,000.
The new hire will manage the company's political contributions portfolio, provide policy education, and oversee executive training. This initiative follows the company's commitment of $40 million to Public First Action this year to support AI safety and regulation, alongside $2 million spent on federal lobbying in the second quarter of 2026.
The company is preparing for a potential IPO following a confidential S-1 filing in June 2026, with a target valuation of up to $2 trillion. The offering could occur around or after the November 2026 midterm elections.
Additionally, Anthropic updated its usage policy on October 8, 2026, to restrict election misinformation. These new rules are scheduled to take effect on November 12, 2026.
