Calls for Investigation into OpenAI Whistleblower's Death

Congressman Ro Khanna is advocating for a full FBI investigation into the death of Suchir Balaji, a former OpenAI engineer and whistleblower whose death was ruled a suicide by the medical examiner. Balaji's mother, Poornima Ramarao, disputes the suicide ruling, alleging her son was murdered due to his concerns about OpenAI's practices violating copyright law. She has noted inconsistencies at the scene, such as a ransacked apartment and a missing pin drive. Khanna's support follows a conversation with Ramarao, where he expressed belief in her concerns and emphasized the need for transparency. The family has hired an expert for an independent autopsy and started a GoFundMe to fund further investigations, raising over $81,600. The case has garnered attention from high-profile figures, including Elon Musk, amplifying calls for justice and renewed scrutiny of the circumstances surrounding Balaji's death.