{
  "id": 5541124,
  "title": "We’re Suing ChatGPT—And Trump Just Got Involved.",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/were-suing-chatgpt-and-trump-just-got-involved",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-09-04T11:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mother Jones",
    "slug": "mother-jones",
    "url": "https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2026/09/were-suing-chatgpt-and-trump-just-got-involved/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a recent development, a lawsuit has been filed against ChatGPT, the AI-powered language model created by OpenAI. The plaintiffs, Mother Jones, a nonprofit news organization, are accusing the AI of stealing their content without permission or compensation. The story in question involves a 2012 Romney comment about 47 percent of Americans relying on government support, which was uncovered by Mother Jones journalist David Corn. The AI's summary of the story contained no attribution to the source, and no links or citations to the original reporting. OpenAI claims that using the content for free under the legal principle of fair use is justified because they are transforming it into something new. However, the plaintiffs argue that this is akin to stealing a car and grinding off the VIN number. OpenAI's legal team has filed a brief in support of its position, emphasizing the importance of AI companies not having to pay for content. The plaintiffs, however, believe that this case is about much more than journalism. They argue that it raises broader questions about the development and regulation of this rapidly evolving technology.",
  "summary": "The other day I asked ChatGPT about a political moment I’ll never forget: “What was the 47 percent story about?” Its answer: The “47 percent story” refers to a controversial comment made by Mitt Romney, who was the Republican nominee for President of the United States in the 2012 election. In a private fundraising event […]",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}