The trial surrounding Elon Musk's claims against OpenAI continued with testimony focused on Sam Altman's leadership. Former OpenAI executives, Mira Murati, Shivon Zilis, and Helen Toner, shared their experiences. Murati criticized Altman's "difficult and chaotic" management style, highlighting inconsistent communication and decision-making problems. She expressed concern about Altman's tendency to tell people different things, creating a volatile work environment. Zilis revealed that the board was upset about the rollout of ChatGPT without their involvement and voiced unease about a potential deal with Helion Energy. Toner explained the board's reasons for briefly removing Altman as CEO, citing concerns about his honesty, board oversight resistance, and management practices. The witnesses' testimonies echoed criticisms that surfaced during Altman's brief ouster in 2023. Despite their concerns, Murati supported Altman's return, fearing the company's collapse. The trial also involved disclosures of significant financial stakes by OpenAI executives. The trial is a result of Elon Musk's claims that OpenAI betrayed its original mission.