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New lawsuits claim OpenAI execs put image ahead of safety in Canadian mass shooting

Sep 2, 2026 · Shannon Bond

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New lawsuits claim OpenAI execs put image ahead of safety in Canadian mass shooting
Community members attend a vigil to honor the victims of one of Canada
Community members attend a vigil to honor the victims of one of Canada

The suits say that recommendations to alert police about the alleged shooter were nixed by the OpenAI's global affairs team, led by veteran political strategist Chris Lehane. OpenAI denies the claims.

(Image credit: Paige Taylor White)

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