Trump Administration Restricts DeepSeek Access Across Federal Agencies
The Trump administration has moved to prohibit federal agencies from accessing DeepSeek, the Chinese artificial intelligence company whose products have faced growing scrutiny in Washington. The ban mirrors earlier restrictions on platforms like TikTok, reflecting ongoing concerns about data security and foreign influence in government technology systems.
Federal agencies have been directed to remove DeepSeek from their systems and cease any use of the company's AI products. The move comes amid broader tensions between the United States and China over technology policy, particularly regarding AI systems that may handle sensitive government data.
DeepSeek, which gained significant attention in early 2025, offers large language model services that have been widely adopted globally. However, U.S. officials have raised concerns about the company's data practices and its potential ties to Chinese authorities, prompting the administrative action.
The ban highlights the continued expansion of technology restrictions within the federal government, following patterns established by previous executive orders targeting foreign-owned applications and services. Agencies now face compliance requirements to ensure no DeepSeek tools remain operational on government networks.