Florida Sues OpenAI And Sam Altman Over Alleged ChatGPT Safety Risks
Florida sued OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman on Monday, June 1, 2026, in Miami, alleging the company hid safety risks in ChatGPT and misled users about those dangers.[1]
Attorney General James Uthmeier filed the civil complaint and says OpenAI suppressed internal safety warnings while portraying the chatbot as safe for users.[1] The complaint alleges ChatGPT can facilitate self-harm and violence, harms minors, and violates Florida's unfair and deceptive trade practices law.[1]
The filing centers on Uthmeier's contention that internal documents and warnings show OpenAI knew of safety problems but concealed them from users and regulators.[1]
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- On Monday, June 1, 2026, Florida filed a civil lawsuit against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman in Miami.
- Attorney General James Uthmeier alleges OpenAI suppressed internal safety warnings and misled users about ChatGPT's risks.
- The complaint claims ChatGPT facilitates self-harm and violence, harms minors, and violates Florida's unfair and deceptive trade practices law.
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June 01, 2026