GoKawiilWhite House launches America.gov AI chatbot built on Gemini and Grok
The US government has launched America.gov, an AI-powered chatbot that answers natural-language questions using only official government sources. An executive order names it the single entry point for federal online services and directs its integration with Login.gov, with plans to add functions like Medicare enrollment and passport applications next year. Google confirmed Gemini powers part of the tool, and National Design Studio official Joe Gebbia said it also uses SpaceXAI's Grok, though SpaceXAI has not confirmed this.
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The chatbot's privacy policy promises not to retain search history or personal data, but it's unclear how that squares with future plans to handle sensitive tasks like passport applications or Medicare enrollment, which require verified personal information. The unconfirmed use of Grok also raises questions about oversight and vetting of AI vendors handling government services. This rollout signals a much more aggressive government embrace of AI than seen previously, potentially reshaping how citizens interact with federal agencies.
- America.gov is now live as an AI chatbot for federal government information and, eventually, services.
- Google's Gemini is a confirmed technology partner; SpaceXAI's Grok involvement remains unconfirmed by SpaceXAI.
- An executive order aims to make America.gov the single portal for federal services, integrated with Login.gov.
Source: engadget.com — Anna Washenko, 2026-09-29
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