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xAI AI Lobbying: How Much They Spend and What They Want

Total Federal AI Lobbying Spend
$1.5M
Across 9 quarters tracked · Influence Score: 2/100

Quarterly Federal Lobbying Breakdown

YearQuarterAmount
2024Q1$0
2024Q2$80K
2024Q3$120K
2024Q4$180K
2025Q1$250K
2025Q2$350K
2025Q3$480K
2025Q4$620K
2026Q1$800K

Key Bills Lobbied On

  • 1S. 2714 (SAFE Innovation Framework Act)
  • 2H.R. 6580 (AI Transparency Act)
  • 3California SB 1047 (Safe and Secure Innovation for Frontier AI Models Act)

Public Position on AI Regulation

Advocates for minimal AI regulation and maximum openness. Positions itself as a free-speech-oriented AI alternative. Opposes content moderation mandates and supports open-source AI development. Benefits from Elon Musk's close relationship with the Trump administration and DOGE role.

Key Lobbyists

MP
Mercury Public Affairs
BG
BGR Government Affairs
BP
Ballard Partners

Campaign Contributions

Total: $15K across 3 recipients

RSen. Ted Cruz (R-TX)
$5K
RSen. J.D. Vance (R-OH)
$5K
RRep. Jim Jordan (R-OH)
$5K

Focus Areas

Open-source AI developmentContent moderation and free speechAI compute infrastructureGovernment AI adoption

Notable Actions

  • →Built one of the largest GPU clusters in Memphis, Tennessee (Colossus) for Grok training
  • →Leveraged Elon Musk's DOGE role and White House access for AI policy influence
  • →Rapid growth from zero lobbying presence to nearly $1M quarterly spend in under two years
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much has xAI spent on AI lobbying?

xAI has spent a total of $1.5M on federal AI lobbying. The most recent quarterly filing was for $800K in Q1 2026.

What AI bills has xAI lobbied on?

xAI has lobbied on 3 AI-related bills, including S. 2714 (SAFE Innovation Framework Act), H.R. 6580 (AI Transparency Act), California SB 1047 (Safe and Secure Innovation for Frontier AI Models Act).

What is xAI's position on AI regulation?

Advocates for minimal AI regulation and maximum openness. Positions itself as a free-speech-oriented AI alternative. Opposes content moderation mandates and supports open-source AI development. Benefits from Elon Musk's close relationship with the Trump administration and DOGE role.

Who are xAI's key AI lobbyists?

xAI employs 3 known lobbying firms and individuals for AI policy, including Mercury Public Affairs, BGR Government Affairs, Ballard Partners.

How does xAI's lobbying compare to other AI companies?

xAI has an influence score of 2/100, with a total political footprint of $1.5M across lobbying, PAC spending, and campaign contributions.