DOGE used ChatGPT in a way that was both dumb and illegal, judge rules

A US judge ruled that the Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) use of ChatGPT to cancel $100 million in grants was unconstitutional. This decision affects the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and highlights concerns about AI-powered decision-making. The ruling suggests that relying solely on AI, like ChatGPT, to determine grant eligibility may be problematic. Engineers should be aware of the potential risks and limitations of AI in decision-making processes. The case may have implications for future AI adoption in government and non-profit sectors.