The Pentagon has confirmed, under oath, the use of Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence program, Grok, in military operations conducted in Iran. This revelation emerged during legal proceedings concerning environmental pollution affecting predominantly Black neighborhoods in Memphis, Tennessee. The disclosure was made as part of discovery in the case, linking the AI’s use to a broader context of government transparency concerns. Details regarding the specific nature of Grok’s deployment and its role in these operations remain limited. The confirmation raises questions about the military’s reliance on commercial AI technology and potential ethical implications. The case in Memphis originally focused on alleged pollution from a chemical plant, but the scope expanded to include the AI disclosure. Further investigation is expected to clarify the extent and impact of Grok’s utilization by the US military.