Palantir CEO Defends Move to Miami, Criticizes 'Hollow Pluralism'

Karp's letter to shareholders suggests the relocation from Denver may have been politically motivated.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Palantir Technologies, the controversial AI data analytics company, recently moved its headquarters from Denver to Miami. In a nine-page letter to shareholders, CEO Alexander Karp defended the company's work with U.S. institutions and criticized those who "dismiss technology as the enemy." The letter suggests the move may have been politically motivated, coming shortly after protests against Palantir's involvement with U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement. Florida Democrats expressed mixed reactions, with some criticizing the company's ethics and others welcoming the economic benefits.

Why it matters

Palantir's move to Miami highlights the ongoing debate around the role of technology companies, particularly those working with government agencies. The letter from Karp offers insight into the company's perspective and the potential political motivations behind the relocation decision.

The details

In his letter, Karp wrote that Palantir has seen record profits, with $1.4 billion in revenue in the fourth quarter, which he attributed to the company's work with U.S. institutions. He defended Palantir's ethical commitments, arguing that the same software system capable of preventing a terror attack can also prevent unconstitutional intrusions by the state. Karp criticized those who "dismiss technology as the enemy" and lamented the lack of "cultural specificity" in public and corporate spheres.

  • On February 2, 2026, Karp wrote the nine-page letter to shareholders.
  • On February 17, 2026, Palantir announced it had moved its headquarters from Denver to Miami.

The players

Alexander Karp

Co-founder and CEO of Palantir Technologies.

Anna Eskamani

Democratic state representative in Florida's 47th district, who has opposed legislation targeting immigrants and currently serves on several state committees.

Dave Aronberg

Democratic state attorney for Palm Beach County, Florida, who has also served in the Florida senate.

Palantir Technologies

A controversial artificial intelligence data analytics company that recently moved its headquarters from Denver to Miami.

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What they’re saying

“The reality is that Palantir has grown as a company and in profits because of its questionable contracts with the federal government including its role in pursuing an anti-immigration policy that's not popular with the American public and its unfettered use of AI to target people and intrude in their lives.”

— Anna Eskamani, Democratic state representative in Florida's 47th district (USA TODAY NETWORK-FLORIDA)

“I understand there's criticisms about their involvement in ICE, but it's important to distinguish between the tools and rules. Palantir is a software company, not a law enforcement agency. I can disagree with the Trump Administration's heavy-handed immigration enforcement while still believing our government needs the very best possible technology to identify actual threats like human traffickers or violent criminals.”

— Dave Aronberg, Democratic state attorney for Palm Beach County, Florida (USA TODAY NETWORK-FLORIDA)

What’s next

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The takeaway

Palantir's move to Miami highlights the ongoing debate around the role of technology companies, particularly those working with government agencies. The letter from CEO Alexander Karp offers insight into the company's perspective and the potential political motivations behind the relocation decision, raising questions about the ethical use of AI and the balance between security and civil liberties.