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The U.S. Government Accountability Office is an independent, nonpartisan agency that serves Congress as the federal government's watchdog on how public funds are spent. It analyzes federal programs to improve performance and accountability for the benefit of the American people. The work is designed to be objective, fact-based, and balanced, providing Congress with timely information to inform decision-making. Its primary audience is members of Congress and other federal decision-makers who rely on GAO's assessments to oversee federal programs. Based in Washington, D.C., GAO operates within the government administration space and maintains a sizable staff dedicated to auditing, evaluation, and investigation. In 2026, GAO is pursuing the development of an AI competitiveness framework as part of its ongoing work to assess and improve government operations.