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Copilot CLI no longer needs a personal access token in GitHub Actions

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GitHub·6 days ago · Jul 2, 2026, 08:25 PMFeatureSecurity-relevantAI-assisted summary

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Copilot CLI can now authenticate using the built‑in GITHUB_TOKEN within GitHub Actions
Eliminates the need to create and store a personal access token for CI workflows
Simplifies setup and reduces credential exposure

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