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fromPatently-O
10 hours ago

Federal Government Shutdown (But not the USPTO)

Although the federal government shutdown appears ready to begin at 12:01 AM on October 1, 2025, the United States Patent and Trademark Office is likely to continue in normal operation by drawing on its Operating Reserve which the agency has been building up over the past several years. A prolonged shutdown would eventually exhaust the reserves and trigger an end to spending.
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fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Lawmakers Ask Paul Weiss And Kirkland To Explain Why Trump Work Isn't Totally Illegal - Above the Law

Major law firms provided pro bono legal services to the Commerce Department that may violate the Antideficiency Act by accepting volunteer services without appropriation.
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