DOGE Could Substantially Increase Wait Times for Patents and Trademarks

The already lengthy backlog is getting much longer. If the agency downsizes through DOGE, that could get worse.
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Why Social Security’s Future Could Be in DOGE’s Hands
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Members of the House Oversight Committee sent dozens of requests to federal agencies on Wednesday about their use of AI software—and how Elon Musk could benefit.Wired - 4d
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