The Trump administration has partnered with Elon Musk's xAI to implement artificial intelligence into the federal workforce, aiming to "transform" government operations and drive innovation. This agreement grants federal agencies access to xAI's advanced AI models, Grok 4 and Grok 4 Fast, until March 2027.
The partnership promises to deliver transformational AI capabilities at a cost-effective rate of $0.42 per agency for 18 months, with a dedicated engineering team ensuring mission success. xAI engineers will provide full support to accelerate the adoption of Grok and transform government operations. This move aligns with Trump's goal of modernizing government operations and winning the race with China to dominate the AI space.
Musk highlighted the significance of the partnership, stating that xAI has the most powerful AI compute and most capable AI models in the world. The agreement enables the U.S. Government to innovate faster and accomplish its mission more effectively than ever before. Josh Gruenbaum, federal acquisition service commissioner at the General Services Administration, emphasized the importance of access to advanced AI models, stating that such tools are essential for building the efficient, accountable government that taxpayers deserve.
The partnership reflects a broader push by the Trump administration to integrate artificial intelligence into government operations, with the goal of improving efficiency and accountability across agencies. This agreement underscores the increasing competition among AI developers for government contracts and positions Grok AI as a key tool for federal agencies seeking to modernize and optimize services.
The Trump administration rolled out its AI Action Plan in July, aiming to solidify the US position as a global leader in AI and secure a brighter future for all Americans. This plan follows Trump's order in January to develop a plan of action for artificial intelligence in the federal government.
