Joe Rogan warns Palantir proposal could revive US draft

Podcaster Joe Rogan condemned Palantir Technologies' recent call for a universal national service, saying the idea is "very scary" and could lead to a reinstated military draft. On his show, Rogan called the proposal absurd, especially in light of ongoing U.S. involvement in the Iran conflict, and questioned why a tech firm would push for mandatory service.

Palantir, a data‑analytics firm with major Pentagon contracts, argued that the United States should move away from an all‑volunteer force and make national service a universal duty. Rogan highlighted that the United States has not used conscription since 1973 and noted recent changes to the Selective Service system that will automatically register most draft‑eligible men by December 2026. The discussion sparked backlash online over the role of private defense‑tech companies in shaping national policy.