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The debate is further complicated by the large contracts at stake. Anthropic reportedly stands to walk away from a $200 million deal if compliance would threaten its ethical standards. The government advocates for access and speed, arguing that national security demands take precedence in the face of China's aggressive AI advancements. While the government insists it will operate within legal boundaries, the underlying message is clear: the U.S. aims to keep pace with China, which is already leveraging AI in ways that could reshape the balance of military power.