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A Journey Into The Real ID Twilight Zone With ChatGPT

It all started with a harmless question about my flight.

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May 14, 2025
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Comical illustration of grocery store with sign “Real ID Required for Purchases” and hand holding smartphone with ChatGPT interface
May 7, 2025   

Me
I’m booking a flight from NY to Denver next month. Can I get by without a Real ID?  

ChatGPT
According to the TSA, you should have a Real ID by now. You can apply for one here. But if for some reason, you are not able to obtain one yet, or you're just one of those stubborn conspiracy theorists, you can bring a U.S. passport to the ai…
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