OpenAI's Sam Altman wants to negotiate a 5% stake in company for US if competitors agree to key provision

The proposal is contingent on major AI competitors — including Meta, Google, and Anthropic — also contributing 5% of their companies. The deal would be negotiated with President Donald Trump.

The key provision requires other leading AI firms to agree to similar contributions for the deal to proceed. Altman is reportedly exploring the stake as a way to secure US involvement in the company's governance or financial returns. The exact terms of the provision have not been disclosed.

The proposal comes amid ongoing debates over AI regulation and national security. The Trump administration has not confirmed the negotiations. The plan would create a potential pool of equity from multiple AI companies, though it faces significant hurdles in coordinating participation from competitors and ensuring legal compliance.