A federal judge ruled that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) violated the constitution by using ChatGPT to cancel over $100 million in grants, specifically targeting those related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The 143-page decision found that DOGE improperly used the AI system to identify and eliminate grants based on protected characteristics. The ruling came in response to a 2025 lawsuit filed by humanities groups against the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Background
The use of AI in government decision-making has become increasingly common, raising concerns about bias, transparency, and due process. The National Endowment for the Humanities is an independent federal agency that supports research and education in the humanities.
- Source
- The Verge
- Published
- May 9, 2026 at 02:02 AM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10