"Investing heavily in Washington influence operations is one way that these companies try to buy access and influence in Washington. Companies all across the economy, all sectors are recognizing the importance of having a voice in the legislative process."
"In just the first three months of 2026, 11 top tech companies, including Alphabet, Microsoft, Anthropic, and OpenAI, spent $20 million on lobbying, according to an analysis of first-quarter lobbying reports by Issue One."
Big Tech companies are expanding their influence in Washington by significantly increasing lobbying expenditures. In the first quarter of 2026, 11 major tech firms spent $20 million on lobbying, averaging $226,000 daily. This spending has nearly doubled since 2020, driven by concerns over social media's impact and the need for AI regulation. Meta led with $7.1 million in lobbying, while companies like Anthropic and OpenAI also increased their spending substantially, reflecting a strategic push for access and influence in Congress.
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