The FDA is already doing its own research on potential uses of AI. In December 2023 the agency advertised a fellowship for a researcher to develop large language models for internal use.

FDA sources told FedScoop they were concerned that one of the more recent DOGE data calls on essential and mission critical systems — which linked systems and IT staff who maintained them together — ...

"Instead of taking steps to verify the contents of the records and correct the systemic inaccuracies, the agencies promptly used them to fire 10,000 employees." The case was filed by a law firm ...

Agency personnel files listed incorrect performance ratings that were used to determine which employees would be laid off, according to a new lawsuit.

Some of the major DOGE cuts targeted administrative and communications staff at food safety agencies.

FDA rushed out agency-wide AI tool—it’s not going well ... "Makary and DOGE think AI can replace staff and cut review times, but it decidedly cannot," one employee said.

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), his pet government-slashing project, remains entrenched in Washington. During ...

DOGE Cuts Force the FDA to Recruit Volunteers to Finish Drug Reviews. Cutting staff is quick way to lower your costs, but a haphazard approach like DOGE’s could cost your company if you ...

Rescinding reduction-in-force notices, asking for volunteers, and offering jobs to fired federal workers are some of the ways departments are trying to bulk up staff.

Notice of Reduction in Force (RIF) issued to you…is officially RESCINDED [and] you will not be separated from employment,” ...