A plan to redesign federal .gov websites using AI-generated concepts has produced widely criticized results. The examples highlight the risk of applying generative design tools to public-service interfaces without enough review.
Government websites need clarity, accessibility and trust. AI-generated visuals can move quickly, but speed is not useful if the result undermines usability or credibility.
The episode is a reminder that generative AI can support design work, but public infrastructure still needs human judgment, testing and accountability.