USPTO vs. Congress: The Controversy Over Stolen Trademarks
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) faces a tightening legal landscape regarding trademarks linked to confiscated foreign property. Following the enactment of the No Stolen Trademarks Honored in America Act in December 2024, federal agencies are restricted from protecting brand names rooted in confiscated foreign property. This shift challenges long-standing agency practices that previously … Read more