Employees at Google DeepMind have expressed concerns about their safety from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and are seeking assurances from the company’s leadership, according to a report by WIRED. The requests come after a federal agent attempted to enter Google’s Cambridge campus. Employees are questioning the company’s plans and policies to ensure their physical safety while at work, especially in light of recent events involving federal agents. The internal messages highlight the growing unease among tech workers over the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement actions, despite the relatively muted response from Silicon Valley CEOs.
Employees at Google DeepMind are pressing for clarity on safety measures within the workplace to address the potential risks posed by government agency activities. The messages underscore the evolving dynamics within AI firms as employees seek reassurances in the face of increased federal presence. Notably, senior leaders at Google, including CEOs Sundar Pichai and Demis Hassabis, have yet to publicly address the concerns raised by employees.
Source: WIRED